by our College Data Analytics TeamIn the latest year, 87 U.S. colleges awarded 2,278 degrees and certificates in Medium/Heavy Vehicle & Truck Technology/Technician. Certificates are the most popular award, at 54% of graduates. College Factual ranks 67 schools in its 2027 Best Medium/Heavy Vehicle & Truck Technology/Technician Schools ranking and compares their cost in a Best Value ranking. Graduates earn a median $37,805 one year after completing, rising to $54,355 after four years.
A major in Medium/Heavy Vehicle & Truck Technology/Technician explores Medium/heavy Vehicle And Truck Technology/technician. A Program That Prepares Individuals To Apply Technical Knowledge And Skills To The Specialized Maintenance And Repair Of Trucks, Buses, And Other Commercial And Industrial Vehicles. Includes Instruction In Diesel Engine Mechanics, Suspension And Steering, Brake Systems, Electrical And Electronic Systems, Preventive Maintenance Inspections, Drive Trains, Gasoline Engine Mechanics, Hvac Systems, And Auxiliary Equipment Installation And Repair. Examples: [Commercial Trailer Mechanic], [Transport Trailer Technician], [Truck And Coach Technician], [Truck And Transport Mechanic], [Truck-Trailer Service Technician], [Commercial Transport Vehicle Mechanic].
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings 2027. Data as of: July 2026.
Nationwide, medium/heavy vehicle & truck technology/technician is a widely-pursued major, with 2,278 degrees awarded annually. 87 colleges award medium/heavy vehicle & truck technology/technician degrees, an average of 26 graduates per school; the largest program awarded 123.
By level, the 2,278 awards include 1,232 certificates, 294 associate degrees and 732 master’s degrees.
Women earned 6% of medium/heavy vehicle & truck technology/technician degrees and certificates in the latest year (140 of 2,278). The largest groups of graduates by race and ethnicity are White (1,223) and Hispanic or Latino (522), and international students earned 8.
College Factual ranks 67 schools in its 2027 Best Medium/Heavy Vehicle & Truck Technology/Technician Schools ranking, including 17 for associate degrees. It also ranks medium/heavy vehicle & truck technology/technician schools within 11 states. In all, 87 colleges offer medium/heavy vehicle & truck technology/technician programs; compare them by degree level below or in the Best Value Medium/Heavy Vehicle & Truck Technology/Technician Colleges ranking, which weighs quality against cost.
The most common medium/heavy vehicle & truck technology/technician credential is the certificate: 1,232 of the 2,278 awarded in the latest year. Jobs related to medium/heavy vehicle & truck technology/technician call most for Repairing, Troubleshooting and Operations Monitoring, and for knowledge of Mechanical, Transportation and Computers and Electronics, according to O*NET. The most important abilities are Near Vision, Manual Dexterity and Finger Dexterity.
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How long a medium/heavy vehicle & truck technology/technician degree takes:
| Degree | Typical Program Length | Graduates Annually |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate | Varies | 1,232 |
| Associate Degree | 2 years | 294 |
| Master’s Degree | 1-3 years | 732 |
Postsecondary certificate is the most common level of education among workers in jobs related to medium/heavy vehicle & truck technology/technician, at 44.5%.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate | 44.5% |
| High school diploma or equivalent | 39.5% |
| Some college courses | 14.4% |
| Associate’s degree (or other 2-year) | 1.0% |
| Less than a high school diploma | 0.5% |
Source: O*NET Online.
2 occupations are related to Medium/Heavy Vehicle & Truck Technology/Technician, with an average median salary of $48,437; the strongest outlook belongs to Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics, at 6.9% projected job growth. Typical job titles include Engine Mechanic, Service Advisor, Heavy Duty Mechanic and Heavy Equipment Engine Mechanic.
The occupation related to medium/heavy vehicle & truck technology/technician with the most projected jobs is Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists, at 178,555.
| Occupation | Projected Jobs | Expected Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | 178,555 | -1.8% |
| Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics | 168,346 | 6.9% |
Medium/Heavy Vehicle & Truck Technology/Technician graduates earn a median $37,805 one year after completing their program, $54,355 after four years and $49,650 after five years, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
| Years Out | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $37,805 |
| 4 years | $54,355 |
| 5 years | $49,650 |
Source: College Scorecard.
The same occupation is also the highest-paying one related to medium/heavy vehicle & truck technology/technician, with a median salary of $55,957.
| Occupation | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | $55,957 |
| Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics | $40,917 |
Medium/Heavy Vehicle & Truck Technology/Technician has 17 similar majors in the Mechanic & Repair Technologies field, which together award 79,346 degrees a year; the largest are Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician (46,331), Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician (10,172) and Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician (9,434). Browse all Mechanic & Repair Technologies majors or the full list of college majors.
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