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Mechanic & Repair Technologies in North Carolina

Mechanic & Repair Technologies Schools in North Carolina

4,199 Mechanic & Repair Technologies students earned their degrees in the state in 2021-2022.

As a degree choice, Mechanic & Repair Technologies is the 2nd most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Mechanic & Repair Technologies Majors in North Carolina

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 2,324
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 1,191
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 1,191
Associate Degree 684

Gender Distribution

In North Carolina, 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 North Carolina is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.9%
  • Black or African American: 12.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 15.1%
  • White: 60.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.8%
  • Other Races: 8.4%
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Jobs for Mechanic & Repair Technologies Grads in North Carolina

In this state, there are 130,220 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 North Carolina

A typical salary for a mechanic & repair technologies grad in the state is $43,750, compared to a typical salary of $46,460 nationwide.

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Most Popular Mechanic & Repair Technologies Programs in NC

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

#1

NASCAR Technical Institute

Mooresville
418 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,211 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $46,572 a year. The student loan default rate is 3.10% which is lower than average. This private institution charges an average net price of $23,373.

#2

Wake Technical Community College

Raleigh
384 Degrees in Major Awarded
21,299 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 49% are considered full time. The student loan default rate is 4.40% which is lower than average. Graduates earn an average $33,317 after graduation.

#3

Guilford Technical Community College

Jamestown
360 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,960 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $26,813 after graduation. 93% of students get financical aid. The student loan default rate is 6.40% which is lower than average.

#4

Coastal Carolina Community College

Jacksonville
245 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,571 Total Students

89% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The student loan default rate of 9.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

#5

Wilkes Community College

Wilkesboro
223 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,315 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 6 to 1. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 8.60%. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $2,316.

#6

Forsyth Technical Community College

Winston-Salem
214 Degrees in Major Awarded
7,774 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 75% of students receive it. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $28,637 after earning their degree at this institution.

#7

Johnston Community College

Smithfield
196 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,059 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $6,577. The full-time teacher rate is 31%. 48% of students get financical aid.

#8

Central Piedmont Community College

Charlotte
186 Degrees in Major Awarded
17,208 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 60% of students receive it. 27% of the teachers are full time.

#9

Fayetteville Technical Community College

Fayetteville
184 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,790 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $25,238 after earning their degree at this institution. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $4,081. 88% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#10

Cape Fear Community College

Wilmington
149 Degrees in Major Awarded
13,059 Total Students

The 4.10% student loan default rate is lower than average. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $29,090 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 33% are considered full time.

Mechanic & Repair Technologies Careers in NC

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

Job Title NC Job Growth NC Median Salary
Bicycle Repairers 33% $28,490
Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers 17% $44,230
Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairs 17% $49,700
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers 16% $41,820
Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics 14% $46,380
Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers 13% $43,360
Avionics Technicians 13% $54,230
Elevator Installers and Repairers 13% $67,940
Outdoor Power Equipment and Small Engine Mechanics 12% $34,890
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers 11% $37,030
Automotive Body Repairers 11% $45,590
Transportation Equipment Painters 11% $42,640
Millwrights 11% $47,330
Electric Motor, and Power Tool Repairers 10% $44,980
Mechanic, and Repairer Supervisors 10% $63,620
Precision Instrument and Equipment Repairers 10% $55,590
Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians 10% $56,990
Bus and Truck Mechanics 9% $44,150
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics 8% $39,390
Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers 8% $34,260
Transportation Equipment Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers 8% $55,860
Electronic Home Entertainment Equipment Installers and Repairers 7% $30,880
Industrial Machinery Mechanics 7% $49,600
Machinery Maintenance Workers 7% $42,390
Industrial Equipment Electrical and Electronics Repairers 6% $54,040
Motorcycle Mechanics 5% $35,600
Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers 4% $40,920
Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers 2% $53,950
Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians 1% $34,120
Musical Instrument Repairers and Tuners 0% $35,620
Locksmiths and Safe Repairers 0% $33,160
Refractory Materials Repairers 0% $0
Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians 0% $42,470
Rail Car Repairers 0% $40,430
Home Appliance Repairers -2% $35,470
Jewelers, Precious Stone and Metal Workers -5% $38,210
Engine and Machine Assemblers -6% $35,610
Vehicle Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers -42% $35,440

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

Major Annual Graduates in NC
Personal & Culinary Services 3,501
Precision Production 3,134
Construction Trades 1,800
Transportation & Materials Moving 514

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