Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies at Mitchell Technical College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Mitchell Technical College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Mitchell Technical College graduates earn $44k, placing them in the 56th 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 South Dakota
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies associates's programs at peer institutions in South Dakota (5 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Technical College | $44,032 | $41,215 | — | — |
| Lake Area Technical College | $47,080 | $48,024 | $12,000 | 0.25 |
| Southeast Technical College | $46,262 | $49,942 | $12,000 | 0.26 |
| Western Dakota Technical College | $38,031 | — | $15,125 | 0.40 |
| National Median | $42,896 | — | $12,000 | 0.28 |
Other Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies Programs in South Dakota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Dakota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Area Technical College Watertown | $6,718 | $47,080 | $12,000 |
| Southeast Technical College Sioux Falls | $7,650 | $46,262 | $12,000 |
| Western Dakota Technical College Rapid City | $8,008 | $38,031 | $15,125 |
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 Mitchell Technical College, approximately 30% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 18 graduates with reported earnings and 14 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.