Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies at Coffeyville Community College

The challenge here is that similar programs in Kansas typically produce stronger outcomes than what national benchmarks suggest for Coffeyville. Peer programs across the state show a median first-year salary around $49,000—roughly $6,000 above the national figure this estimate is based on. That gap matters for a hands-on credential designed to launch careers quickly. Kansas has a robust automotive service sector, and the top-performing programs in the state are placing graduates well above $50,000, suggesting strong regional demand for skilled technicians.

The estimated debt of $11,425 is manageable regardless—lower than both state and national medians for this program. With a debt-to-earnings ratio around 0.27, graduates would theoretically face monthly loan payments well under 10% of their income. But the real question is whether Coffeyville's actual outcomes align more closely with Kansas norms or national averages. The difference between a $43,000 starting salary and a $49,000 one changes the financial picture meaningfully over time.

Before committing, get specific placement data directly from Coffeyville about where their automotive technology graduates actually land jobs and what they earn. The strong state market is promising, but you need confirmation that this program connects students to those opportunities as effectively as competitors do.