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Mechanic & Repair Technologies in Texas

Mechanic & Repair Technologies Schools in Texas

8,798 students earned Mechanic & Repair Technologies degrees in Texas in the 2021-2022 year.

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

Education Levels of Mechanic & Repair Technologies Majors in Texas

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 3,279
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 3,279
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 2,775
Associate Degree 2,744

Gender Distribution

In Texas, 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 Texas is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.2%
  • Black or African American: 9.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 48.7%
  • White: 26.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.8%
  • Other Races: 13.2%
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Jobs for Mechanic & Repair Technologies Grads in Texas

There are 362,870 people in the state and 3,905,560 people in the nation working in mechanic & repair technologies jobs.

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Wages for Mechanic & Repair Technologies Jobs in Texas

Mechanic & Repair Technologies grads earn an average of $45,910 in the state and $46,460 nationwide.

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

629 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,839 Total Students

The 2.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $22,318. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $44,597 a year.

599 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,868 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 42 to 1. The 2.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. 95% of students get financical aid.

526 Degrees in Major Awarded
69,171 Total Students

39% of the teachers are full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.90%. 81% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#4

Lone Star College System

The Woodlands
493 Degrees in Major Awarded
68,653 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.80%. 71% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

462 Degrees in Major Awarded
10,107 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.70%. 92% of the teachers are full time. 13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

316 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,387 Total Students

95% of the teachers are full time. 95% of students get financical aid. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $31,904.

#7

St Philip's College

San Antonio
310 Degrees in Major Awarded
12,455 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 58% are considered full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $32,081 a year. 20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

244 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,303 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 5.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 30 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 72% of the teachers are full time.

211 Degrees in Major Awarded
94 Total Students

25 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This private school has an average net price of $21,887. 98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

201 Degrees in Major Awarded
31,577 Total Students

A typical student attending San Jacinto College will pay a net price of $9,644. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $34,257 after earning their degree at this institution. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 23 to 1.

Mechanic & Repair Technologies Careers in TX

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

Job Title TX Job Growth TX Median Salary
Wind Turbine Service Technicians 109% $51,280
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers 24% $44,550
Refractory Materials Repairers 23% $53,710
Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers 23% $45,640
Elevator Installers and Repairers 21% $74,740
Millwrights 21% $50,600
Bus and Truck Mechanics 20% $46,810
Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics 19% $48,160
Industrial Machinery Mechanics 18% $53,550
Transportation Equipment Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers 18% $59,730
Motorcycle Mechanics 18% $36,880
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers 18% $37,920
Electric Motor, and Power Tool Repairers 18% $38,610
Machinery Maintenance Workers 18% $42,420
Mechanic, and Repairer Supervisors 17% $64,720
Rail Car Repairers 17% $51,450
Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers 16% $36,400
Electronic Home Entertainment Equipment Installers and Repairers 16% $33,460
Automotive Body Repairers 16% $41,430
Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians 15% $37,380
Transportation Equipment Painters 15% $40,100
Engine and Machine Assemblers 15% $35,480
Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairs 15% $45,670
Outdoor Power Equipment and Small Engine Mechanics 15% $37,910
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics 14% $40,570
Industrial Equipment Electrical and Electronics Repairers 14% $55,750
Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians 13% $42,750
Precision Instrument and Equipment Repairers 12% $52,530
Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers 12% $31,340
Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers 11% $49,710
Home Appliance Repairers 10% $39,930
Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians 10% $61,940
Avionics Technicians 9% $58,380
Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers 6% $50,590
Musical Instrument Repairers and Tuners 6% $37,380
Semiconductor Processors 5% $34,670
Locksmiths and Safe Repairers 4% $39,500
Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers 4% $61,780
Jewelers, Precious Stone and Metal Workers 3% $38,200
Bicycle Repairers 2% $24,400
Vehicle Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers -7% $35,330

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

Major Annual Graduates in TX
Personal & Culinary Services 12,596
Precision Production 7,032
Construction Trades 1,795
Transportation & Materials Moving 1,299

View all majors related to Mechanic & Repair Technologies

View Nationwide Mechanic & Repair Technologies Report

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