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Auto and diesel mechanic schools in Maryland
5 schools in Maryland offer auto and diesel mechanic programs (3 of them public), with 5 certificate and 4 associate programs between them. Graduates of the typical certificate program here earned $41,305 a year after finishing, compared with $42,072 nationally.
All auto and diesel mechanic programs in Maryland
Sorted by earnings one year after graduation. Click a heading to sort; tuition is the school's yearly tuition and fees (2025-26), in-state for public schools.
| School | Type | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt | School tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North American Trade SchoolsBaltimore, MD | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 59 | $42,378 | $51,893 | $10,008 | $5,495 |
| Lincoln College of Technology-ColumbiaColumbia, MD | For-profit trade school | Associate degree | 8 | $40,542 | $52,745 | $19,868 | $37,766 |
| Lincoln College of Technology-ColumbiaColumbia, MD | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 176 | $40,232 | $50,285 | $12,414 | $37,766 |
| Allegany College of MarylandCumberland, MD | Community college | Certificate | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $4,940 |
| Allegany College of MarylandCumberland, MD | Community college | Associate degree | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $4,940 |
| Community College of Baltimore CountyBaltimore, MD | Community college | Certificate | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $4,536 |
| Community College of Baltimore CountyBaltimore, MD | Community college | Associate degree | 31 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $4,536 |
| Montgomery CollegeRockville, MD | Community college | Certificate | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $5,394 |
| Montgomery CollegeRockville, MD | Community college | Associate degree | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $5,394 |
Cities with the most programs: Baltimore (2), Columbia (1), Cumberland (1), Rockville (1).
What counts: vehicle maintenance and repair: auto, diesel, collision, small engine and motorcycle.
Frequently asked questions
How many auto and diesel mechanic schools are in Maryland?
5 schools in Maryland awarded auto and diesel mechanic certificates or associate degrees recently, according to the U.S. Department of Education: 5 certificate and 4 associate programs.
Which auto and diesel mechanic program in Maryland has the highest earnings?
North American Trade Schools in Baltimore, where certificate graduates earned a median of $42,378 one year after finishing (programs with at least 5 graduates).
What is the cheapest auto and diesel mechanic school in Maryland?
By yearly tuition and fees, Community College of Baltimore County in Baltimore charges $4,536 (2025-26, in-state). Program fees, tools and licensing exams can add to that, so ask the school.
How much do auto and diesel mechanic graduates make in Maryland?
The typical certificate program in Maryland reported median earnings of $41,305 one year after graduation and $51,089 four years after, for graduates who received federal aid and were working.
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Auto and diesel mechanic schools nationwide
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.