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151 students earned Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician degrees in Mississippi in the 2021-2022 year.

In this state, Diesel Mechanics Technology is the 17th most popular major out of a total 103 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Diesel Mechanics Technology Majors in Mississippi

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 122
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 122
Associate Degree 29

Gender Distribution

In Mississippi, 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 Mississippi is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.3%
  • Black or African American: 27.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 2.0%
  • White: 68.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 1.3%
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Jobs for Diesel Mechanics Technology Grads in Mississippi

2,520 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 Mississippi

In this state, diesel mechanics technology/technician grads earn an average of $38,700. Nationwide, they make an average of $49,150.

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There are 7 colleges in Mississippi that offer diesel mechanics technology/technician degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

96 Degrees in Major Awarded
10,802 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 40% are considered full time. Graduates earn an average $24,308 after graduation. 17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

28 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,348 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 94% get financial aid. In their early career, ICC grads earn an average salary of $28,753. This public school has an average net price of $5,271.

17 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,837 Total Students

In their early career, Copiah-Lincoln Community College grads earn an average salary of $26,124. A typical student attending Copiah-Lincoln Community College will pay a net price of $3,483. The student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,277 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $26,537 a year. 90% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,284 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 85% are considered full time. 90% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student loan default rate of 7.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,673 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $4,255. The student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1. 100% of the teachers are full time.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,219 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $5,215. Of all the students who attend this school, 95% get financial aid. 17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

Diesel Mechanics Technology Careers in MS

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

Job Title MS Job Growth MS Median Salary
Bus and Truck Mechanics 7% $37,440

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

Major Annual Graduates in MS
Automotive Mechanics Technology 266
Collision & Repair Technology 73
Aircraft Maintenance Technology 36
Engine Machinist 14

View all majors related to Diesel Mechanics Technology

View Nationwide Diesel Mechanics Technology Report

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