Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician at Texas State Technical College in Waco, TX
Total Graduates
82
Class of 2025
Male Graduates
95%
78 of 82
Female Graduates
5%
4 of 82
Annual Tuition & Fees
$7,212
In-state, incl. fees
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Texas State Technical College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive Technology AAS | 14% | 80% | 82% | $7,100 |
| Diesel Equipment Technology Heavy Truck Specialization AAS | 33% | 76% | 79% | $8,537 |
| Diesel Equipment Technology Off Highway Specialization AAS | 52% | 81% | 79% | $10,522 |
| Automotive Technician Certificate 2 | 15% | 79% | 79% | $6,406 |
| Aircraft Airframe Technology AAS | 30% | 66% | 78% | $5,219 |
| Aircraft Powerplant Technology AAS | 39% | 74% | 80% | $8,501 |
| Diesel Equipment Technology-Off-Highway Specialization Certificate 2 | 62% | 87% | 84% | $10,694 |
| Aviation Technology AAS | 27% | 77% | 73% | $7,900 |
| Diesel Equipment Technology - Heavy Truck Certificate | 38% | 72% | 77% | $7,693 |
| Auto Collision & Management Technology - Refinishing Specialization AAS | 59% | 87% | 81% | $7,876 |
| Auto Collision & Management Technology- Repair Specialization AAS | 31% | 67% | 65% | $8,179 |
| Diesel Equipment Technology-Off-Highway Equipment Certificate 1 | 51% | 69% | 77% | $9,125 |
| Auto Collision Refinishing Certificate | 30% | 83% | 75% | $6,312 |
| Auto Collision Repair Certificate 1 | 14% | 69% | 61% | $7,163 |
| Aircraft Airframe Technician Certificate 2 | 32% | 44% | 67% | $6,716 |
| Aircraft Powerplant Technician Certificate 2 | 45% | 86% | 92% | $9,587 |
| Auto Collision Repair Certificate 2 | — | 81% | 86% | $6,485 |
In the Automotive Technology AAS program at Texas State Technical College, 80% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 14% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,100 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Diesel Equipment Technology Heavy Truck Specialization AAS program at Texas State Technical College, 76% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 33% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,537 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Diesel Equipment Technology Off Highway Specialization AAS program at Texas State Technical College, 81% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 52% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $10,522 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Automotive Technician Certificate 2 program at Texas State Technical College, 79% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 15% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $6,406 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Aircraft Airframe Technology AAS program at Texas State Technical College, 66% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 30% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,219 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Aircraft Powerplant Technology AAS program at Texas State Technical College, 74% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 39% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,501 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Diesel Equipment Technology-Off-Highway Specialization Certificate 2 program at Texas State Technical College, 87% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 62% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $10,694 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Aviation Technology AAS program at Texas State Technical College, 77% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 27% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,900 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Diesel Equipment Technology - Heavy Truck Certificate program at Texas State Technical College, 72% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 38% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,693 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Auto Collision & Management Technology - Refinishing Specialization AAS program at Texas State Technical College, 87% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 59% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,876 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Auto Collision & Management Technology- Repair Specialization AAS program at Texas State Technical College, 67% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 31% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,179 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Diesel Equipment Technology-Off-Highway Equipment Certificate 1 program at Texas State Technical College, 69% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 51% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $9,125 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Auto Collision Refinishing Certificate program at Texas State Technical College, 83% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 30% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $6,312 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Auto Collision Repair Certificate 1 program at Texas State Technical College, 69% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 14% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,163 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Aircraft Airframe Technician Certificate 2 program at Texas State Technical College, 44% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 32% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $6,716 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Aircraft Powerplant Technician Certificate 2 program at Texas State Technical College, 86% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 45% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $9,587 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Auto Collision Repair Certificate 2 program at Texas State Technical College, 81% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $6,485 (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
$49,670
10-Year Job Growth
+4.2%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
SOC: 49-3023 | $39,736 | +4.2% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
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| $66,184 | +6.1% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
| |
| $38,352 | -13.6% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
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Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$37,253
Peak Salary
$62,088
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (4)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
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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