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ACCEPTANCE RATE

95.55%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

93%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

17:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

32

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$4,972

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Auto Mechanic Program

The auto mechanic program at Pittsburg State University prepares students for careers as department store service mechanics, auto part specialists, emissions inspectors, rental car fleet mechanic, specialty shop technicians, and car test driver/mechanic. The program focuses on applying technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain all types of automobiles. Program courses include: brake systems, electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, suspension and steering, automatic and manual transmissions and drive trains, and heating and air conditioning systems. Get more details below including other Kansas colleges that offer auto mechanic program.

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Pittsburg State University (Pitt State)

4370 W. 109th Street Suite 200, Overland Park, KS

Pittsburg State University is a public university that has a large selection of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Pittsburg, Kansas, in a predominantly rural area. Approximately 7,100 students are enrolled yearly at Pitt State.

Students can choose from several areas of study, including but not limited to:

  • Education
  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Communications And Journalism
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. Most students accepted to Pitt State score in a range of 19 to 24 on the ACT exam. 77% of those students that apply are accepted to Pittsburg State University, of which 52% choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.

The tuition at Pittsburg State University varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $5,700 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $16,000 annually. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements.

The Pittsburg State University "Gorillas" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division II)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division II)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division II)

Contact information, academics information, areas of study offered, and much more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.pittstate.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Auto Mechanic Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Pitt State offers an associate's degree program in auto mechanic.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male7
Female0

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
White6
Multiple Races1

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Auto Mechanic program at Pittsburg State University, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment

Description

Install, adjust, or maintain mobile electronics communication equipment, including sound, sonar, security, navigation, and surveillance systems on trains, watercraft, or other mobile equipment.

Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles

Description

Install, diagnose, or repair communications, sound, security, or navigation equipment in motor vehicles.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, electronic equipment installers and repairers, motor vehicles employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -50.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Kansas City, MO-KS
    • Total Employment: 130

Automotive Master Mechanics

Description

Repair automobiles, trucks, buses, and other vehicles. Master mechanics repair virtually any part on the vehicle or specialize in the transmission system.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, automotive master mechanics employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Kansas City, MO-KS
    • Total Employment: 4
    • Average Hourly Rate: $18.68
    • Average Annual Salary: $38860

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may give you an idea of the students Pitt State accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, Pittsburg State University may provide student services like those listed below:

  • Online classes
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Work study style employment
  • Assisting students to find work
  • Child care

Intercollegiate Athletics

Pittsburg State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc)
  • Basketball (Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc)
  • Track and Field (Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc)
  • Football (Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc)
  • Softball
  • Volleyball