Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies at Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Oklahoma
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies certificate's programs at peer institutions in Oklahoma (30 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester | — | $22,696 | — | — |
| Gordon Cooper Technology Center | $47,876 | $42,733 | — | — |
| Metro Technology Centers | $40,624 | $63,595 | $12,500 | 0.31 |
| Community Care College | $36,587 | $32,824 | $13,437 | 0.37 |
| Oklahoma Technical College | $36,587 | $32,824 | $13,437 | 0.37 |
| Tulsa Technology Center | $36,437 | $36,299 | $7,500 | 0.21 |
| National Median | $35,905 | — | $11,000 | 0.31 |
Other Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies Programs in Oklahoma
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Oklahoma schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gordon Cooper Technology Center Shawnee | — | $47,876 | — |
| Metro Technology Centers Oklahoma City | — | $40,624 | $12,500 |
| Community Care College Tulsa | — | $36,587 | $13,437 |
| Oklahoma Technical College Tulsa | — | $36,587 | $13,437 |
| Tulsa Technology Center Tulsa | — | $36,437 | $7,500 |
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 Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester, approximately 11% 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.