Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies at Fort Hays Tech North Central
Associate's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Kansas
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies associates's programs at peer institutions in Kansas (21 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Hays Tech North Central | $42,896* | $48,120 | — | — |
| Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology | $56,315* | — | $14,000 | 0.25 |
| Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College | $41,638* | $40,826 | — | — |
| National Median | $42,896* | — | $12,000 | 0.28 |
Other Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies Programs in Kansas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kansas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology Wichita | $6,018 | $56,315 | $14,000 |
| Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College Goodland | — | $41,638 | — |
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 Fort Hays Tech North Central, approximately 20% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the national median of 143 similar programs. Actual outcomes may vary.