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Mechanic & Repair Technologies in Iowa

Mechanic & Repair Technologies Schools in Iowa

In 2021-2022, 1,015 students earned their Mechanic & Repair Technologies degrees in IA.

In this state, Mechanic & Repair Technologies is the 2nd most popular major out of a total 7 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Mechanic & Repair Technologies Majors in Iowa

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Associate Degree 398
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 326
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 326
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 291

Gender Distribution

In Iowa, 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 Iowa is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.2%
  • Black or African American: 4.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 9.8%
  • White: 74.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.4%
  • Other Races: 9.8%
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Jobs for Mechanic & Repair Technologies Grads in Iowa

45,080 people in the state and 3,905,560 in the nation are employed in jobs related to mechanic & repair technologies.

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Wages for Mechanic & Repair Technologies Jobs in Iowa

Mechanic & Repair Technologies grads earn an average of $43,000 in the state and $46,460 nationwide.

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Most Popular Mechanic & Repair Technologies Programs in IA

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

#1

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids
154 Degrees in Major Awarded
12,604 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.00%. Graduates earn an average $34,078 after graduation. 84% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#2

Des Moines Area Community College

Ankeny
123 Degrees in Major Awarded
20,536 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1. The student loan default rate of 2.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 69% of students receive it.

#3

Western Iowa Tech Community College

Sioux City
112 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,451 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $32,898 after graduation. 94% of students get financical aid. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

#4

Iowa Western Community College

Council Bluffs
79 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,684 Total Students

A typical student attending Iowa Western Community College will pay a net price of $12,228. 89% of students get financical aid. The student loan default rate is 2.30% which is lower than average.

#5

Eastern Iowa Community College District

Davenport
78 Degrees in Major Awarded
7,460 Total Students

The 2.10% student loan default rate is lower than average. A typical student attending Eastern Iowa Community Colleges will pay a net price of $10,401. In their early career, Eastern Iowa Community Colleges grads earn an average salary of $31,230.

#6

Iowa Central Community College

Fort Dodge
71 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,009 Total Students

100% of the teachers are full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $34,431 after earning their degree at this institution. 95% of students get financical aid.

#7

Northwest Iowa Community College

Sheldon
52 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,716 Total Students

15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 29% of the teachers are full time. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $11,076.

#8

North Iowa Area Community College

Mason City
51 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,482 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $34,792 a year. The student loan default rate is 5.90% which is lower than average. 100% of the teachers are full time.

#9

Indian Hills Community College

Ottumwa
43 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,385 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 3.00% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. The full-time teacher rate is 37%. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

#9

Southeastern Community College

West Burlington
43 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,321 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. The student loan default rate is 3.50% which is lower than average. 100% of the teachers are full time.

Mechanic & Repair Technologies Careers in IA

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

Job Title IA Job Growth IA Median Salary
Wind Turbine Service Technicians 78% $57,670
Semiconductor Processors 33% $0
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers 19% $50,690
Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers 18% $49,790
Millwrights 15% $51,920
Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians 15% $53,560
Bicycle Repairers 14% $27,220
Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairs 14% $0
Electric Motor, and Power Tool Repairers 14% $43,720
Machinery Maintenance Workers 14% $43,440
Transportation Equipment Painters 13% $39,050
Bus and Truck Mechanics 13% $42,090
Elevator Installers and Repairers 13% $84,440
Automotive Body Repairers 12% $39,100
Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers 12% $33,150
Outdoor Power Equipment and Small Engine Mechanics 12% $34,290
Industrial Machinery Mechanics 12% $49,970
Avionics Technicians 10% $0
Locksmiths and Safe Repairers 9% $37,490
Electronic Home Entertainment Equipment Installers and Repairers 9% $38,240
Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics 8% $50,840
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics 8% $40,190
Mechanic, and Repairer Supervisors 8% $64,480
Musical Instrument Repairers and Tuners 7% $32,980
Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers 7% $51,520
Industrial Equipment Electrical and Electronics Repairers 6% $58,220
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers 6% $43,980
Precision Instrument and Equipment Repairers 6% $52,770
Rail Car Repairers 6% $46,360
Home Appliance Repairers 5% $38,840
Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians 5% $36,920
Motorcycle Mechanics 2% $34,380
Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers 2% $38,300
Jewelers, Precious Stone and Metal Workers 0% $43,580
Transportation Equipment Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers 0% $0
Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers -5% $51,940
Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians -5% $36,540
Engine and Machine Assemblers -12% $38,340
Vehicle Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers -17% $32,800

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

Major Annual Graduates in IA
Personal & Culinary Services 953
Precision Production 737
Construction Trades 402
Transportation & Materials Moving 93

View all majors related to Mechanic & Repair Technologies

View Nationwide Mechanic & Repair Technologies Report

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