7 schools · Nevada
Auto and diesel mechanic schools in Nevada
7 schools in Nevada offer auto and diesel mechanic programs (4 of them public), with 7 certificate and 3 associate programs between them. Graduates of the typical certificate program here earned $39,699 a year after finishing, compared with $42,072 nationally.
All auto and diesel mechanic programs in Nevada
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Las VegasLas Vegas, NV | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 155 | $54,672 | $71,649 | $29,500 | $16,757 |
| College of Southern NevadaLas Vegas, NV | Community college | Associate degree | 40 | $44,396 | $55,996 | n/a | $4,575 |
| Advanced Training InstituteLas Vegas, NV | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 128 | $39,699 | $49,595 | $7,667 | n/a |
| United Education Institute-Las VegasLas Vegas, NV | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 102 | $36,394 | $38,338 | $9,500 | $21,500 |
| College of Southern NevadaLas Vegas, NV | Community college | Certificate | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $4,575 |
| Great Basin CollegeElko, NV | Public technical school | Certificate | 22 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $4,200 |
| Truckee Meadows Community CollegeReno, NV | Public technical school | Certificate | 166 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $3,502 |
| Truckee Meadows Community CollegeReno, NV | Public technical school | Associate degree | 29 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $3,502 |
| Western Nevada CollegeCarson City, NV | Community college | Certificate | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $4,445 |
| Western Nevada CollegeCarson City, NV | Community college | Associate degree | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $4,445 |
Cities with the most programs: Las Vegas (4), Elko (1), Reno (1), Carson City (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 Nevada?
7 schools in Nevada awarded auto and diesel mechanic certificates or associate degrees recently, according to the U.S. Department of Education: 7 certificate and 3 associate programs.
Which auto and diesel mechanic program in Nevada has the highest earnings?
Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Las Vegas in Las Vegas, where certificate graduates earned a median of $54,672 one year after finishing (programs with at least 5 graduates).
What is the cheapest auto and diesel mechanic school in Nevada?
By yearly tuition and fees, Truckee Meadows Community College in Reno charges $3,502 (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 Nevada?
The typical certificate program in Nevada reported median earnings of $39,699 one year after graduation and $49,595 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.