Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies at Northwest Technical Institute
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Northwest Technical Institute graduates compare to all programs nationally
Northwest Technical Institute graduates earn $37k, placing them in the 59th percentile of all vehicle maintenance and repair technologies certificate 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 Arkansas
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies certificate's programs at peer institutions in Arkansas (23 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Technical Institute | $37,388 | $36,515 | — | — |
| National Park College | $30,913 | $27,131 | — | — |
| University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College | $21,483 | — | $9,949 | 0.46 |
| National Median | $35,905 | — | $11,000 | 0.31 |
Other Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies Programs in Arkansas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Arkansas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Park College Hot Springs | $5,600 | $30,913 | — |
| University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College North Little Rock | $4,848 | $21,483 | $9,949 |
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 Institute, approximately 62% 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.