Auto Mechanic Schools in Iowa

Iowa has 15 schools with auto mechanic programs in this directory: 15 public and 0 private. Together they graduated 459 students from these programs in the latest federal count.

Graduates earned a median of $47,129 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.

The largest programs by graduates are at Des Moines Area Community College, Kirkwood Community College and Western Iowa Tech Community College.

15
Schools with this program
459
Graduates last year
$47,129
Median earnings, 1 yr after

All 15 auto mechanic schools in Iowa

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Des Moines Area Community College

Ankeny, IA

Award
Certificate and Associate degree
Tuition (in-state, yearly)
$6,030
Graduates last year
111
Median earnings, 1 yr
$55,522
Type
Public

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids, IA

Award
Certificate and Associate degree
Tuition (in-state, yearly)
$6,288
Graduates last year
98
Median earnings, 1 yr
$53,200
Type
Public

Western Iowa Tech Community College

Sioux City, IA

Award
Certificate and Associate degree
Tuition (in-state, yearly)
$5,306
Graduates last year
51
Median earnings, 1 yr
$42,099
Type
Public

Northwest Iowa Community College

Sheldon, IA

Award
Certificate and Associate degree
Tuition (in-state, yearly)
$7,500
Graduates last year
19
Median earnings, 1 yr
$54,706
Type
Public

Iowa Western Community College

Council Bluffs, IA

Award
Certificate and Associate degree
Tuition (in-state, yearly)
$7,050
Graduates last year
18
Median earnings, 1 yr
$56,801
Type
Public

Indian Hills Community College

Ottumwa, IA

Award
Associate degree and Certificate
Tuition (in-state, yearly)
$5,232
Graduates last year
16
Median earnings, 1 yr
$56,294
Type
Public

Northeast Iowa Community College

Calmar, IA

Award
Certificate and Associate degree
Tuition (in-state, yearly)
$7,020
Graduates last year
16
Median earnings, 1 yr
$45,193
Type
Public

Hawkeye Community College

Waterloo, IA

Award
Associate degree
Tuition (in-state, yearly)
$6,786
Graduates last year
12
Median earnings, 1 yr
$45,184
Type
Public

Iowa Central Community College

Fort Dodge, IA

Award
Associate degree
Tuition (in-state, yearly)
$7,050
Graduates last year
11
Median earnings, 1 yr
$45,462
Type
Public

North Iowa Area Community College

Mason City, IA

Award
Certificate and Associate degree
Tuition (in-state, yearly)
$6,803
Graduates last year
11
Median earnings, 1 yr
$47,129
Type
Public

Southeastern Community College

West Burlington, IA

Award
Certificate and Associate degree
Tuition (in-state, yearly)
$6,660
Graduates last year
11
Type
Public

Marshalltown Community College

Marshalltown, IA

Award
Associate degree and Certificate
Tuition (in-state, yearly)
$5,664
Graduates last year
10
Type
Public

Common questions

How much do auto mechanic graduates earn?

Across 13 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $47,129 one year after finishing (U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard). Earnings vary by program and local labor market.

Are there public auto mechanic programs in Iowa?

Yes. 15 public schools offer it, including Des Moines Area Community College, Kirkwood Community College, Western Iowa Tech Community College, Eastern Iowa Community College District and Southwestern Community College.

Data: U.S. Department of Education: IPEDS 2024-25 and College Scorecard (October 2026 release). Listings change; confirm details with the school before you go. How this directory is built.