Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Associate's degree · Hawkeye Community College · Waterloo, IA
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians at Hawkeye Community College earn a median of $47,762 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $58,424 four years after graduating (middle half: $40,794–$77,509). Median debt is $12,000, about 25% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians (Associate's degree) at other Iowa schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines Area Community College Ankeny | $52,325 | $8,770 |
| Northwest Iowa Community College Sheldon | $52,174 | $11,326 |
| Indian Hills Community College Ottumwa | $50,901 | $11,000 |
| Iowa Central Community College Fort Dodge | $49,556 | $12,000 |
| North Iowa Area Community College Mason City | $47,882 | $6,238 |
| Iowa Western Community College Council Bluffs | $46,852 | $13,000 |
| Kirkwood Community College Cedar Rapids | $44,896 | $10,000 |
| Western Iowa Tech Community College Sioux City | $37,520 | $11,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians graduates from Hawkeye Community College make?
The median salary is $47,762 one year after graduation and $51,252 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $12,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.