Vehicle Repair Technology at UEI College-Fresno

Fresno, CA · Private for-profit · Certificate · Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies

a smaller institution with 974 students in Fresno, CA.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $22,329 place UEI College-Fresno below the $38,662 national median for Vehicle Repair Technology — worth weighing against tuition and cost of living.

The 0% spread between best and worst-case AI scenarios signals strong resilience. Most careers in Vehicle Repair Technology involve physical, hands-on work that current AI cannot replicate.

With first-year pay of $22,329 far exceeding the $9,500 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

A #397 ranking among 409 Vehicle Repair Technology programs places UEI College-Fresno in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The 64 apprenticeship pathways connected to Vehicle Repair Technology reflect strong industry infrastructure for this trade. Apprenticeships typically lead to journeyman-level wages.

47 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
45
Low End
47
Score
47
High End
Earnings $22,329/yr (-42% vs median)
AI-Proof AI-Proof (86% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (214,000 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$234K
1.0% annual growth
Viable Career Paths
19 of 19
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Median Debt at Graduation
$9,500
5.1 months of Year 1 earnings

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Vehicle Repair Technology graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment $82,730 +6.1% 76%
Avionics technicians $81,390 +8.2% 76%
Aerospace engineering and operations technologists and technicians $79,830 +8.1% 68%
Electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment
$82,730
+6.1% growth 76% AI-proof
Avionics technicians
$81,390
+8.2% growth 76% AI-proof
Aerospace engineering and operations technologists and technicians
$79,830
+8.1% growth 68% AI-proof

View all 19 career paths with full salary data →

Vehicle Repair Technology Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Vehicle Repair Technology careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering skilled trades.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does UEI College-Fresno's Vehicle Repair Technology program score?
At 47/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Vehicle Repair Technology programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
Will AI replace Vehicle Repair Technology jobs?
For UEI College-Fresno graduates, AI risk is minimal. Vehicle Repair Technology rated "AI-Proof" — 86% of the work involves hands-on skills that current AI simply can't perform.
Why are Vehicle Repair Technology earnings lower at UEI College-Fresno?
First-year earnings trail the national median, but starting salary isn't the full picture. Regional cost of living, career trajectory, and tuition cost all factor in. Check the five-year earnings data when available.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a Vehicle Repair Technology program at UEI College-Fresno?
There are 64 registered apprenticeships connected to Vehicle Repair Technology occupations, such as Aerospace Propulsion Jet Engine Mech (Military Only) and Air Conditioning Mechanic (Auto Serv). The earn-while-you-learn model means no tuition debt and immediate income, though the training period is typically longer.
How many job openings are there for Vehicle Repair Technology graduates?
At 214,000 annual openings, Vehicle Repair Technology has a very large employment base. UEI College-Fresno graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given infrastructure investment and steady replacement demand as workers retire.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →