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Mechanic & Repair Technologies in California

Mechanic & Repair Technologies Schools in California

11,491 Mechanic & Repair Technologies students earned their degrees in the state in 2021-2022.

A Mechanic & Repair Technologies major is the 3rd most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Mechanic & Repair Technologies Majors in California

Mechanic & Repair Technologies majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 5,032
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 5,032
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 3,819
Associate Degree 2,618
Bachelor’s Degree 22

Gender Distribution

In California, a mechanic & repair technologies major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of mechanic & repair technologies majors in California is as follows:

  • Asian: 8.6%
  • Black or African American: 4.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 50.2%
  • White: 15.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.5%
  • Other Races: 20.4%
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Jobs for Mechanic & Repair Technologies Grads in California

In this state, there are 373,510 people employed in jobs related to a mechanic & repair technologies degree, compared to 3,905,560 nationwide.

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Wages for Mechanic & Repair Technologies Jobs in California

In this state, mechanic & repair technologies grads earn an average of $50,620. Nationwide, they make an average of $46,460.

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There are 10 colleges in California that offer mechanic & repair technologies degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

515 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,232 Total Students

An average student at UTI Sacramento will pay a net price of $24,377. Of all the students who attend this school, 92% get financial aid. 47 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

432 Degrees in Major Awarded
11,105 Total Students

24% of the teachers are full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $28,109 a year. 96% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

390 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,366 Total Students

In their early career, UTI Rancho Cucamonga grads earn an average salary of $46,572. Of all the students who attend this school, 93% get financial aid. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.10%.

324 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,341 Total Students

An average student at UTI Long Beach will pay a net price of $24,421. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $46,572 a year. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.10%.

#5

UEI College-Bakersfield

Bakersfield
225 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,204 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it. This private institution charges an average net price of $31,366. 30 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

209 Degrees in Major Awarded
319 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. This private school has an average net price of $24,736. The student loan default rate of 1.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

172 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,514 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 3.50% which is lower than average. 25 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $27,151 after earning their degree at this institution.

161 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,248 Total Students

30 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This private school has an average net price of $27,397. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it.

#9

Victor Valley College

Victorville
146 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,967 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 8.70%. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $28,844 a year. 88% of students get financical aid.

#10

Cypress College

Cypress
144 Degrees in Major Awarded
13,406 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 36% are considered full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $35,106 a year. The student loan default rate is 1.80% which is lower than average.

Mechanic & Repair Technologies Careers in CA

Some of the careers mechanic & repair technologies majors go into include:

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary
Millwrights 21% $70,290
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers 20% $55,140
Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers 18% $51,970
Bicycle Repairers 14% $30,980
Bus and Truck Mechanics 13% $54,830
Motorcycle Mechanics 13% $45,840
Machinery Maintenance Workers 12% $51,780
Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians 12% $70,980
Electric Motor, and Power Tool Repairers 12% $45,800
Elevator Installers and Repairers 11% $80,690
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers 10% $41,080
Industrial Machinery Mechanics 10% $56,980
Transportation Equipment Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers 10% $73,820
Transportation Equipment Painters 10% $40,980
Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics 9% $63,550
Automotive Body Repairers 9% $48,830
Rail Car Repairers 9% $55,800
Mechanic, and Repairer Supervisors 9% $76,890
Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians 8% $44,810
Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers 8% $29,430
Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians 8% $42,020
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics 7% $45,840
Industrial Equipment Electrical and Electronics Repairers 6% $61,460
Avionics Technicians 5% $71,570
Outdoor Power Equipment and Small Engine Mechanics 4% $37,260
Electronic Home Entertainment Equipment Installers and Repairers 0% $43,320
Precision Instrument and Equipment Repairers 0% $58,890
Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers 0% $69,730
Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairs 0% $54,320
Locksmiths and Safe Repairers 0% $50,910
Semiconductor Processors 0% $40,510
Home Appliance Repairers 0% $44,440
Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers -3% $41,700
Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers -4% $58,520
Jewelers, Precious Stone and Metal Workers -5% $38,110
Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers -15% $48,660
Engine and Machine Assemblers -20% $36,690
Vehicle Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers -21% $36,970

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to mechanic & repair technologies.

Major Annual Graduates in CA
Personal & Culinary Services 11,805
Construction Trades 3,095
Precision Production 2,521
Transportation & Materials Moving 1,531

View all majors related to Mechanic & Repair Technologies

View Nationwide Mechanic & Repair Technologies Report

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