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Vehicle Repair Schools in Virginia
In 2021-2022, 879 students earned their Vehicle Repair degrees in VA.
A Vehicle Repair major is the 9th most popular major in this state.
Education Levels of Vehicle Repair Majors in Virginia
Vehicle Repair majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:
Education Level | Number of Grads |
---|---|
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year | 413 |
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years | 352 |
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years | 352 |
Associate Degree | 114 |
Gender Distribution
In Virginia, a vehicle repair major is more popular with men than with women.
Racial Distribution
The racial distribution of vehicle repair majors in Virginia is as follows:
- Asian: 4.4%
- Black or African American: 19.7%
- Hispanic or Latino: 12.2%
- White: 52.4%
- Non-Resident Alien: 1.3%
- Other Races: 10.0%
Jobs for Vehicle Repair Grads in Virginia
There are 54,270 people in the state and 1,978,690 people in the nation working in vehicle repair jobs.
Wages for Vehicle Repair Jobs in Virginia
In this state, vehicle repair grads earn an average of $47,730. Nationwide, they make an average of $45,330.
Most Popular Vehicle Repair Programs in VA
There are 10 colleges in Virginia that offer vehicle repair degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:
Of all the students who attend this school, 63% get financial aid. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $7,660. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.80%.
Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $39,211 a year. The full-time teacher rate is 70%. This private school has an average net price of $20,629.
Grads earn an average early-career salary of $36,848 after earning their degree at this institution. The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. The student loan default rate is 2.80% which is lower than average.
Grads earn an average early-career salary of $33,250 after earning their degree at this institution. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $9,160. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 40% are considered full time.
Graduates earn an average $39,393 after graduation. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 81% of students receive it.
Of all the teachers who work at the school, 35% are considered full time. The student to faculty ratio is 28 to 1. The student loan default rate of 2.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.
Grads earn an average early-career salary of $33,915 after earning their degree at this institution. The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it.
61% of students get financical aid. A typical student attending Reynolds Community College will pay a net price of $5,344. The 4.10% student loan default rate is lower than average.
Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $29,320 a year. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 21 to 1. 89% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.
Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $32,709 a year. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 33% are considered full time. The student loan default rate is 1.70% which is lower than average.
Vehicle Repair Careers in VA
Some of the careers vehicle repair majors go into include:
Job Title | VA Job Growth | VA Median Salary |
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Bicycle Repairers | 21% | $30,120 |
Avionics Technicians | 11% | $66,980 |
Bus and Truck Mechanics | 11% | $47,110 |
Automotive Body Repairers | 11% | $45,850 |
Outdoor Power Equipment and Small Engine Mechanics | 10% | $34,940 |
Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians | 9% | $66,710 |
Mechanic, and Repairer Supervisors | 8% | $69,190 |
Transportation Equipment Painters | 7% | $51,470 |
Transportation Equipment Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers | 6% | $70,140 |
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics | 6% | $45,640 |
Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians | 4% | $44,220 |
Motorcycle Mechanics | 0% | $38,990 |
Engine and Machine Assemblers | -20% | $29,180 |
Vehicle Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers | -41% | $35,230 |
Related Majors in Virginia
Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to vehicle repair.
Major | Annual Graduates in VA |
---|---|
Heating, Ventilation, Air & Cooling | 571 |
Electronics Maintenance & Repair | 230 |
Mechanics & Repairers | 10 |
Heavy Equipment Maintenance | 3 |
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References
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