Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies at Miller-Motte College-Arizona Automotive Institute

Miller-Motte's automotive program underperforms compared to other Arizona options, ranking in just the 40th percentile statewide despite charging significantly more than competitors. While the $15,333 debt load isn't excessive nationally (21st percentile), it's notably higher than Arizona's median of $11,688 for automotive programs, and students here earn $3,700 less annually than the state average.

The earnings trajectory raises additional concerns—graduates actually see their pay decline slightly from $35,147 to $34,280 over four years, suggesting limited advancement opportunities. Meanwhile, top Arizona programs like Universal Technical Institute and GateWay Community College deliver $4,000-6,000 higher starting salaries, often with lower debt burdens. Even Pima Community College matches the state median while likely costing less as a public institution.

For families considering automotive training in Arizona, this program represents poor value compared to readily available alternatives. The 73% Pell Grant rate indicates the school serves many lower-income students, making the above-average debt particularly problematic when paired with below-average earnings. Parents should strongly consider the higher-performing public and private options that dominate Arizona's automotive training landscape.