by our College Data Analytics TeamIn the latest year, 1 U.S. colleges awarded 4 degrees and certificates in Motorsports Engineering Technology. Graduates earn a median $57,919 one year after completing, rising to $73,481 after four years.
A major in Motorsports Engineering Technology involves the study of A Program That Prepares Individuals To Apply Basic Engineering Principles And Technical Skills In Support Of Engineers And Other Professionals Engaged In The Design, Construction, And Repair Of Vehicles Used In Racing And Motorsports. Includes Instruction In Aerodynamics, Design, Vehicle Dynamics, Performance Engines, Fluid Mechanics, Computer-Aided Design (Cad), Mechanical Engineering, And Welding.
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings. Data as of: July 2026.
Nationwide, motorsports engineering technology draws strong interest, with 4 degrees awarded annually. 1 colleges award motorsports engineering technology degrees, an average of 4 graduates per school; the largest program awarded 4.
All 4 of the awards are associate degrees, the only level colleges reported.
O*NET rates Quality Control Analysis the most important skill for jobs related to motorsports engineering technology, at 3.5 out of 5. The key knowledge areas are Engineering and Technology, Mechanical and Computers and Electronics. The most important abilities are Near Vision, Problem Sensitivity and Deductive Reasoning.
Top skills, rated 0–5:
Top knowledge areas, rated 0–5:
How long a motorsports engineering technology degree takes:
| Degree | Typical Program Length | Graduates Annually |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Degree | 2 years | 4 |
High school diploma or equivalent is the most common level of education among workers in jobs related to motorsports engineering technology, at 46.3%.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma or equivalent | 46.3% |
| Associate’s degree (or other 2-year) | 20.3% |
| Postsecondary certificate | 16.0% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 7.3% |
| Some college courses | 6.6% |
| Master’s degree | 1.8% |
| Post-baccalaureate certificate | 1.8% |
Source: O*NET Online.
4 occupations are related to Motorsports Engineering Technology, with an average median salary of $81,788; the strongest outlook belongs to Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics, at 6.9% projected job growth. Typical job titles include Test Technician (Test Tech), Laser Specialist, Thin Film Technician (Thin Film Tech) and Mobile Technician (Mobile Tech).
The occupation related to motorsports engineering technology with the most projected jobs is Photonics Technicians, at 306,018.
| Occupation | Projected Jobs | Expected Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Photonics Technicians | 306,018 | 1.6% |
| Non-Destructive Testing Specialists | 295,668 | 3.0% |
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | 169,705 | 2.0% |
| Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics | 168,346 | 6.9% |
Motorsports Engineering Technology graduates earn a median $57,919 one year after completing their program, $73,481 after four years and $76,013 after five years, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
| Years Out | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $57,919 |
| 4 years | $73,481 |
| 5 years | $76,013 |
Source: College Scorecard.
The highest-paying occupation related to motorsports engineering technology is Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other, with a median salary of $121,642.
| Occupation | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | $121,642 |
| Photonics Technicians | $106,964 |
| Non-Destructive Testing Specialists | $57,631 |
| Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics | $40,917 |
Motorsports Engineering Technology has 5 similar majors in the Engineering Technologies field, which together award 6,001 degrees a year; the largest are Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician (3,360), Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician (1,292) and Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology/Technician (810). Browse all Engineering Technologies majors or the full list of college majors.
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