Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies at University of Northwestern Ohio

University of Northwestern Ohio's Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies program offers something increasingly rare: very manageable debt paired with solid earning potential. With just $20,332 in median debt, graduates face one of the lowest debt burdens nationwide—ranking in the 5th percentile among similar programs. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.48 means graduates can reasonably expect to pay off their loans within two years of working.

The earnings picture tells a steady growth story. Starting salaries of $42,338 climb to over $50,000 by year four, representing solid 19% growth in a field where hands-on skills command respect. While the program performs right at the national median for earnings, it ranks in the 60th percentile within Ohio, meaning it outperforms most in-state alternatives. Among Ohio's 12 programs, only Cuyahoga Community College shows notably higher earnings.

For parents worried about their child taking on debt for a technical degree, this program offers a compelling proposition: below-average debt with above-average Ohio outcomes in a recession-resistant field. The robust sample size of 100+ graduates gives confidence these numbers reflect real outcomes, not statistical noise.