Mechanic & Repair Technologies at Wharton County Junior College
What traits are you looking for in a school for Mechanic & Repair Technologies, you may want to check out the program at Wharton County Junior College. Get started with the following essential facts.
Wharton County Junior College is located in Wharton, TX.
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Online & Distance Learning at Wharton County Junior College
Distance learning is available at Wharton County Junior College. Among 5,504 students, 824 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,262 (23%) took at least some classes online.
Mechanic & Repair Technologies Rankings at Wharton County Junior College
Use these rankings to compare Wharton County Junior College’s Mechanic & Repair Technologies program against other schools offering the same major.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #8 of 60 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #17 of 100 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #22 of 61 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #39 of 101 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #129 of 809 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #354 of 810 |
Earnings for Mechanic & Repair Technologies Graduates from Wharton County Junior College
Graduates of Wharton County Junior College’s Mechanic & Repair Technologies program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $34,046 |
Best-Paid Careers for Mechanic & Repair Technologies Graduates
Graduates of the Mechanic & Repair Technologies program at Wharton County Junior College pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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