Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies at Northwest Technical College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
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 Minnesota
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies certificate's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (22 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Technical College | — | $44,877 | — | — |
| Minneapolis Community and Technical College | $58,745 | — | — | — |
| St Cloud Technical and Community College | $45,960 | $51,434 | $12,000 | 0.26 |
| Alexandria Technical & Community College | $45,951 | $49,952 | $12,000 | 0.26 |
| Minnesota State Community and Technical College | $44,661 | $40,510 | — | — |
| Northland Community and Technical College | $43,254 | $48,155 | $11,302 | 0.26 |
| National Median | $35,905 | — | $11,000 | 0.31 |
Other Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis Community and Technical College Minneapolis | $6,128 | $58,745 | — |
| St Cloud Technical and Community College Saint Cloud | $4,957 | $45,960 | $12,000 |
| Alexandria Technical & Community College Alexandria | $6,213 | $45,951 | $12,000 |
| Minnesota State Community and Technical College Fergus Falls | $5,900 | $44,661 | — |
| Northland Community and Technical College Thief River Falls | $6,262 | $43,254 | $11,302 |
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 Northwest Technical College, approximately 33% 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.