Are you looking for educational options within the Automotive Industry but not sure where to turn? You have come to the right place! As a societal organization it is important for us to support each other in achieving our goals. If one of your goals is to pursue educational opportunities for Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology, Agricultural, Industrial, Engineering, or any other degree with a focus in the Automotive Industry, we are here to help. 

We have various women within the society who have perused or is currently pursuing an education within the field. Below are a couple things that we have learned along the way to help you decide what direction is fit for you:


Keep in mind there are multiple avenues for perusing education in the Automotive Industry.
  1. OEM Educational Programs
  2. Technical College
  3. Associates in Automotive/ Automotive Management / Bachelor’s Degree in Automotive Technology / Automotive Engineering / Industrial Engineering / Mechanical Engineering 
  4. Military Training
 
1. OEM Educational Programs
OEM programs are manufacturer based programs designed to provide hands on experience in addition to traditional education. Length usually consists of about 20 months and may consist of being sponsored by a particular manufacturer dealership and are very desirable to dealerships. 
 
2. Technical College
Technical colleges offer employment preparation skills and automotive technician training on domestic and foreign vehicles. These educational institutions also many of times have course paths of specialization such as auto, diesel, collision, marine, motorcycle, and even specializations such as NASCAR.
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3. Associates in Automotive Technology / Automotive Management / Bachelor’s Degree in Automotive Technology / Automotive Engineering 

Universities offer an arrangement of Automotive Technology degrees which have more traditional college curriculum and many of times are accredited. Below is a list of Universities that offer at least one Automotive Technology Degree.
  • Alfred University (Alfred, NY)
  • Andrews University (Berrien Springs, MI)
  • Arizona State University (Tempe, AZ)
  • Ferris State University (Big Rapids, MI)
  • Florida Institute of Technology (Melbourne, FL)
  • Franklin Pierce University (Rindge, NH)
  • Grambling State University (Grambling, LA)
  • Greenville Technical College (Greenville, SC)
  • Indiana State University (Terre Haute, IN)
  • Kettering University (Flint, MI)
  • Lehigh University (Bethlehem, PA)
  • McPherson College (McPherson, KS)
  • Montana State University — Bozeman (Bozeman, MT)
  • Morrisville State College (Morrisville, NY)
  • New England Institute of Technology (Warwick, RI)
  • Northwood University — Michigan Campus (Midland, MI)
  • Pennsylvania College of Technology (Williamsport, PA)
  • Pittsburg State University (Pittsburg, KS)
  • Purdue University — West Lafayette (West Lafayette, IN)
  • Rochester Institute of Technology (Rochester, NY)
  • Rose–Hulman Institute of Technology (Terre Haute, IN)
  • SUNY — Farmingdale (Farmingdale, NY)
  • Southern Illinois University — Carbondale (Carbondale, IL)
  • Stevens Institute of Technology (Hoboken, NJ)
  • University of Central Missouri (Warrensburg, MO)
  • University of Cincinnati (Cincinnati, OH)
  • University of Kansas (Lawrence, KS)
  • University of North Carolina at Charlotte (Charlotte, NC)
  • Vermont Technical College (Randolph Center, VT)
  • Vincennes University (Vincennes, IN)
4. Military Education
Enlisting in the military is a wonderful way to gain skills in areas such as Automotive or Diesel. You can gain lots of education and knowledge that can help in careers after serving your country. Also, many enlistees get education grants towards college which can go towards earning an Automotive Technology Education.

Automotive and Heavy Equipment Mechanics - Military Careers: More Info
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