Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies at Montana State University Billings
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Montana State University Billings graduates compare to all programs nationally
Montana State University Billings graduates earn $48k, placing them in the 74th 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 Montana
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies associates's programs at peer institutions in Montana (8 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montana State University Billings | $47,702 | $56,989 | — | — |
| Helena College University of Montana | $46,288 | $49,574 | $14,028 | 0.30 |
| National Median | $42,896 | — | $12,000 | 0.28 |
Other Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies Programs in Montana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Montana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helena College University of Montana Helena | $3,975 | $46,288 | $14,028 |
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 Montana State University Billings, approximately 26% 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 16 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.