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Diesel Mechanics Technology Schools in California

488 students earned Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician degrees in California in the 2021-2022 year.

As a degree choice, Diesel Mechanics Technology is the 42nd most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Diesel Mechanics Technology Majors in California

Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 347
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 347
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 99
Associate Degree 42

Gender Distribution

In California, a diesel mechanics technology/technician major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of diesel mechanics technology/technician majors in California is as follows:

  • Asian: 5.9%
  • Black or African American: 4.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 55.5%
  • White: 15.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 18.4%
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Jobs for Diesel Mechanics Technology Grads in California

21,320 people in the state and 264,860 in the nation are employed in jobs related to diesel mechanics technology/technician.

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Wages for Diesel Mechanics Technology Jobs in California

Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician grads earn an average of $56,830 in the state and $49,150 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in California that offer diesel mechanics technology/technician degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

99 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,232 Total Students

The 3.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. An average student at UTI Sacramento will pay a net price of $24,377. In their early career, UTI Sacramento grads earn an average salary of $40,867.

85 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,366 Total Students

In their early career, UTI Rancho Cucamonga grads earn an average salary of $46,572. This private institution charges an average net price of $21,169. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.10%.

#3

Citrus College

Glendora
39 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,982 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 4.10% which is lower than average. Of all the students who attend this school, 83% get financial aid. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $5,321.

34 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,341 Total Students

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

#5

Ventura College

Ventura
23 Degrees in Major Awarded
10,741 Total Students

24 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. In their early career, Ventura College grads earn an average salary of $33,117. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 35% are considered full time.

21 Degrees in Major Awarded
25,849 Total Students

The 3.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 40% are considered full time. 89% of students get financical aid.

13 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,822 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1. The student loan default rate is 6.80% which is lower than average. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 38% are considered full time.

#8

Santa Ana College

Santa Ana
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
23,936 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 5.10% which is lower than average. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 28% are considered full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $34,774 after earning their degree at this institution.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,913 Total Students

The 5.20% student loan default rate is lower than average. Of all the students who attend this school, 70% get financial aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $31,429 after earning their degree at this institution.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,341 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 21 to 1. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $9,250. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $27,445 after earning their degree at this institution.

Diesel Mechanics Technology Careers in CA

Some of the careers diesel mechanics technology/technician majors go into include:

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary
Bus and Truck Mechanics 13% $54,830

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to diesel mechanics technology/technician.

Major Annual Graduates in CA
Automotive Mechanics Technology 2,906
Aircraft Maintenance Technology 1,145
Collision & Repair Technology 279
Aircraft Powerplant Technology 204
Alternative Fuel Vehicle Technology 60
Small Engine Mechanics Technology 16
Avionics Maintenance Technology 3

View all majors related to Diesel Mechanics Technology

View Nationwide Diesel Mechanics Technology Report

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