Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies at Hawaii Community College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Hawaii Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Hawaii Community College graduates earn $31k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all vehicle maintenance and repair technologies associates programs nationally.
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 Hawaii
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies associates's programs at peer institutions in Hawaii (5 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaii Community College | $30,809 | $46,049 | — | — |
| Honolulu Community College | $52,460 | $61,800 | — | — |
| National Median | $42,896 | — | $12,000 | 0.28 |
Other Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies Programs in Hawaii
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Hawaii schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honolulu Community College Honolulu | $3,174 | $52,460 | — |
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 Hawaii Community College, approximately 31% 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.