7 schools · Montana
Auto and diesel mechanic schools in Montana
7 schools in Montana offer auto and diesel mechanic programs (7 of them public), with 6 certificate and 6 associate programs between them.
All auto and diesel mechanic programs in Montana
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helena College University of MontanaHelena, MT | Community college | Associate degree | 22 | $49,572 | $50,149 | n/a | $4,547 |
| Montana State University BillingsBillings, MT | Public university | Associate degree | 22 | n/a | $49,857 | n/a | $7,689 |
| Fort Peck Community CollegePoplar, MT | Community college | Certificate | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $2,250 |
| Fort Peck Community CollegePoplar, MT | Community college | Associate degree | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $2,250 |
| Helena College University of MontanaHelena, MT | Community college | Certificate | 37 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $4,547 |
| Highlands College of Montana TechButte, MT | Public community or technical college | Certificate | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $4,260 |
| Highlands College of Montana TechButte, MT | Public community or technical college | Associate degree | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $4,260 |
| Miles Community CollegeMiles City, MT | Community college | Certificate | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $6,090 |
| Montana State University BillingsBillings, MT | Public university | Certificate | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $7,689 |
| Montana State University-NorthernHavre, MT | Public university | Certificate | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $7,496 |
| Montana State University-NorthernHavre, MT | Public university | Associate degree | 24 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $7,496 |
| The University of MontanaMissoula, MT | Public university | Associate degree | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $9,188 |
Cities with the most programs: Helena (1), Billings (1), Poplar (1), Butte (1), Miles City (1), Havre (1), Missoula (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 Montana?
7 schools in Montana awarded auto and diesel mechanic certificates or associate degrees recently, according to the U.S. Department of Education: 6 certificate and 6 associate programs.
Which auto and diesel mechanic program in Montana has the highest earnings?
Helena College University of Montana in Helena, where associate degree graduates earned a median of $49,572 one year after finishing (programs with at least 5 graduates).
What is the cheapest auto and diesel mechanic school in Montana?
By yearly tuition and fees, Fort Peck Community College in Poplar charges $2,250 (2025-26, in-state). Program fees, tools and licensing exams can add to that, so ask the school.
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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.