Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies at College of Western Idaho
Associate's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Idaho
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies associates's programs at peer institutions in Idaho (7 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| College of Western Idaho | — | $44,075 | $9,750 | — |
| Idaho State University | $52,132 | $49,756 | $14,572 | 0.28 |
| Lewis-Clark State College | $46,770 | $51,003 | $12,000 | 0.26 |
| College of Southern Idaho | $44,037 | $43,388 | $7,743 | 0.18 |
| North Idaho College | $36,909 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $42,896 | — | $12,000 | 0.28 |
Other Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies Programs in Idaho
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Idaho schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho State University Pocatello | $8,356 | $52,132 | $14,572 |
| Lewis-Clark State College Lewiston | $7,388 | $46,770 | $12,000 |
| College of Southern Idaho Twin Falls | $3,360 | $44,037 | $7,743 |
| North Idaho College Coeur d'Alene | $3,396 | $36,909 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At College of Western Idaho, approximately 23% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.