Musical Instrument Fabrication and Repair at Minnesota State College Southeast in Winona, MN

Mechanic & Repair Technologies CERTIFICATE CIP 47.0404

Total Graduates

11

Class of 2025

Male Graduates

82%

9 of 11

Female Graduates

18%

2 of 11

Annual Tuition & Fees

$6,432

In-state, incl. fees

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Musical Instrument Fabrication and Repair.
Degree Level CERTIFICATE
CIP Code 47.0404
Program Family Mechanic & Repair Technologies

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 11 graduates
Award Year 2025
Gender Distribution 82% male, 18% female

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Minnesota State College Southeast programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Band Instrument Repair83%24%23%$5,629
Electric Guitar Building83%24%23%$5,629
Guitar Development and Production83%24%23%$5,629
Guitar Repair and Building83%24%23%$5,629
Violin Making83%24%23%$5,629
Violin Repair83%24%23%$5,629

In the Band Instrument Repair program at Minnesota State College Southeast, 24% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 83% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,629 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Electric Guitar Building program at Minnesota State College Southeast, 24% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 83% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,629 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Guitar Development and Production program at Minnesota State College Southeast, 24% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 83% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,629 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Guitar Repair and Building program at Minnesota State College Southeast, 24% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 83% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,629 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Violin Making program at Minnesota State College Southeast, 24% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 83% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,629 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Violin Repair program at Minnesota State College Southeast, 24% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 83% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,629 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$45,320

10-Year Job Growth

+1.4%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$36,256+1.4%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$33,990

Peak Salary

$56,650

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (4)

Quality Control Analysis
Repairing
Troubleshooting
Critical Thinking

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

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Institution

Location Winona, MN

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $6,432
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $6,432
Average Net Price $16,125

Program Information

CIP Code: 47.0404
CIP Family: 47
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