Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies at New Mexico State University-Main Campus
Associate's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in New Mexico
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies associates's programs at peer institutions in New Mexico (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Mexico State University-Main Campus | — | $26,644 | — | — |
| New Mexico Junior College | $52,024 | — | — | — |
| Central New Mexico Community College | $36,594 | $41,625 | — | — |
| National Median | $42,896 | — | $12,000 | 0.28 |
Other Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies Programs in New Mexico
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New Mexico schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Mexico Junior College Hobbs | $1,440 | $52,024 | — |
| Central New Mexico Community College Albuquerque | $1,934 | $36,594 | — |
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 New Mexico State University-Main Campus, approximately 40% 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.