Mechanic & Repair Technologies at Sonoran Desert Institute
If you plan to study Mechanic & Repair Technologies, consider the program at Sonoran Desert Institute. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Sonoran Desert Institute is in Tempe, AZ.
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Online Class Availability at Sonoran Desert Institute
Sonoran Desert Institute operates as a distance-education institution, so Mechanic & Repair Technologies coursework can be completed remotely.
Mechanic & Repair Technologies Rankings at Sonoran Desert Institute
Use these rankings to compare Sonoran Desert Institute’s Mechanic & Repair Technologies program against peer institutions.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #70 of 101 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #73 of 100 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #592 of 810 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #629 of 809 |
Earnings for Mechanic & Repair Technologies Graduates from Sonoran Desert Institute
Graduates of Sonoran Desert Institute’s Mechanic & Repair Technologies program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $62,428 |
| 2 years | $48,276 |
| 3 years | $44,996 |
| 4 years | $59,653 |
| 5 years | $66,988 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Mechanic & Repair Technologies graduates from Sonoran Desert Institute earn a median of $59,653, compared with $59,653 for all Sonoran Desert Institute graduates — about 0% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Mechanic & Repair Technologies graduates from Sonoran Desert Institute stands at $12,520.
Highest-Paying Careers for Mechanic & Repair Technologies Graduates
Those who complete Mechanic & Repair Technologies program at Sonoran Desert Institute pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-paying careers for Mechanic & Repair Technologies majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay | $89,975 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers | $85,639 |
| Motorcycle Mechanics | $83,695 |
| Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers | $77,621 |
| Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers | $76,815 |
| Wind Turbine Service Technicians | $74,051 |
| Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door | $69,523 |
| Maintenance Workers, Machinery | $68,487 |
| Jewelers and Precious Stone and Metal Workers | $67,147 |
| Gem and Diamond Workers | $66,671 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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