Mechanic Schools in Arkansas

Auto Mechanic Schools in Arkansas

With a large amount of options for students to choose from, Arkansas is a great state to attend school to earn a degree or certification in automotive technology. This allows for auto mechanic schools in Arkansas to really excel as they have a lot of competition which helps you get a better education at a better price. Along with that, there are many ways for you to earn financial aid through scholarships and grants for career and technical education. Many trade schools in Arkansas offer their own scholarships and accept outside aid as well! If you are currently doing your scholarship applications, don’t forget to check out our scholarships!

List of Auto Mechanic Schools in Arkansas

Arkansas Northeastern College, Blytheville, AR
Arkansas State University, Newport, AR
Arkansas Tech University, Russellville, AR
Black River Technical College, Pocahontas, AR
College of the Ouachitas, Malvern, AR
Cossatot Community College, De Queen, AR
National Park Community College, Hot Springs National Park, AR
North Arkansas College, Harrison, AR
Northwest Technical Institute, Springdale, AR
Ozarka College, Melbourne, AR
Pulaski Technical College, N Little Rock, AR
South Arkansas Community College, El Dorado, AR
Southern Arkansas University Tech, Camden, AR
University of Arkansas Community College, Morrilton, AR

Working as an Auto Mechanic in Arkansas

After completing your program at a trade school in Arkansas, this is what you can expect. In the majority of the state of Arkansas, wages are a little lower than the national average but the cost of living is also lower than average. This does not mean Arkansas is a bad place to work, many Arkansas auto mechanics receive great benefits and really enjoy their jobs. Along with that, areas around Memphis and in the western non-metropolitan areas of Arkansas often offer higher wages for employees while still offering great benefits. So, once you finish at your auto mechanic school in Arkansas, it’s not a bad idea to stick around!

Job Type	Total in Arkansas	Average Hourly Wage	Average Annual Salary
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics	5,790	$17.60	$36,600
Automotive Body and Related Repairers	1,540	$18.94	$39,400
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists	3,410	$19.45	$40,450

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Directory of Mechanic Schools in Arkansas

Featured Trade Schools in Arkansas

Arkansas State University – Newport
Programs:
Collision and Repair Technology
Automotive Mechanics Technology
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies
Small Engine Mechanics and Repair Technology
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Arkansas Tech University
Programs:
Collision and Repair Technology
Automotive Mechanics Technology
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All Auto Mechanic Schools in Arkansas

School	Address	Programs	Admissions Info
Black River Technical College	1410 Hwy 304 East Pocahontas, AR 72455	Collision and Repair Technology Automotive Mechanics Te chnology	Request Information
College of the Ouachitas	One College Circle Malvern, AR 72104	Automotive Mechanics Technology Small Engine Mechanics and Repair Technology	Request Information
Cossatot Community College	183 College Drive De Queen, AR 71832	Collision and Repair Technology Automotive Mechanics Technology	Request Information
National Park Community College	101 College Dr Hot Springs Natl Park, AR	Automotive Mechanics Technology	Request Information
North Arkansas College	1320 N Spring Road Harrison, AR 72601	Collision and Repair Technology Automotive Mechanics Technology	Request Information
Northwest Technical Institute	709 S Old Missouri Rd Springdale, AR 72764	Automotive Mechanics Technology	Request Information
Ozarka College	218 College Dr Melbourne, AR 72556	Automotive Mechanics Technology	Request Information
Pulaski Technical College	3000 W Scenic Dr N Little Rock, AR 72118	Collision and Repair Technology Automotive Mechanics Technology Small Engine Mechanics/Repair Technology Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies	Request Information
South Arkansas Community College	300 S West Ave El Dorado, AR 71731	Automotive Service Technology	Request Information
Southern Arkansas University Tech	6415 Spellman Road Camden, AR 71701	Aviation Maintenance Mechanical Maintenance	Request Information
University of Arkansas Community College	1537 University Blvd. Morrilton, AR 72110	Automotive Service Technology Industrial Mechanics & Maintenance	Request Information
Arkansas Northeastern College	2501 South Division Street Blytheville, AR 72315	Aviation Maintenance Welding	Request Information

Grants & Scholarships for Trade Schools in Arkansas

Nationwide Scholarships and Grants

Automotive Scholarships and Grants	Location	Description	Deadline
Future Mechanic Grant	Nationwide	Up to $1,000 for aspiring auto mechanics	12/1/2019
Andrew Piech Memorial Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $2,200 for graduates of New Mexico high school	June each year
Mike Rowe Work Ethic Scholarship	Nationwide	Full-Tuition paid for eligible students	March each year
Federal Pell Grants	Nationwide	Up to $6,195, for low-income households	Varies
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)	Nationwide	Various, for low-income households	Varies
Automotive Aftermarket Scholarship	Nationwide	Various, one application for many scholarships	March each year
Berto Diaz Engineering Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $1,000 for Mechanical Engineering Students	January each year
BMW/SAE Engineering Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $6,000 paid annually in $1,500 increments	March each year
Brent Strohmeyer Memorial Foundation Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $400 for eligible students	April each year
GMiS Scholars Program	Nationwide	Various, for underrepresented students in tech	April each year
SMA Native American STEM Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $1,500, for Native American STEM students	June each year
Viceroy Auto Trans Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $1,000 for eligible students	March each year
Automotive Hall of Fame Educational Fund	Nationwide	Up to $2,000 for eligible students	June each year
Clunker Junker Cash for Cars and College Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $1,000 for eligible female students	Varies
SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund	Nationwide	Up to $5,000 for eligible students	March each year
Edward D. Hendrickson/SAE Engineering Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $4,000 for eligible students distributed in $1,000 increments for four years	March each year
TMC/SAE Donald D. Dawson Technical Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $6,000 for eligible students distributed in $1,500 increments for four years	March each year
Fred M. Young Sr./SAE Engineering Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $4,000 for eligible students distributed in $1,000 increments for four years	March each year
Tau Beta Pi/SAE Engineering Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $1,000 for eligible students	March each year
Yanmar/SAE Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $1,000 for eligible students	March each year
Horatio Alger Association CTE Scholarships	Nationwide	Up to $2,500 for eligible students	June each year
AmericanMuscle Automotive Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $2,000 for eligible students	June & October each year
Imagine America Foundation - High School Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $1,000 for eligible students	December 31 of Graduation Year
Imagine America Adult Skills Education Program	Nationwide	Up to $1,000 for eligible students	No Deadline
Imagine America Military Award Program	Nationwide	Up to $1,000 for eligible students	No Deadline

Arkansas Specific Scholarships and Grants

Automotive Scholarships and Grants	Location	Description	Deadline
ASUN Asset Scholarship	ASUN	$1,500 for eligible students (4 sememsters)	06/01 each year
ASUN Honors Scholarship	ASUN	$1,000 for eligible students (4 semesters)	06/01 each year
ASUN Distinction Scholarship	ASUN	$500 for eligible students (4 semesters)	06/01 each year
ASUN Advance Scholarship	ASUN	$500 for eligible students (2 semesters)	06/01 each year
ASUN Ambassador Scholarship	ASUN	$1,000 per semester for students who excelled in H.S.	06/01 each year
Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship	All Arkansas Schools	Scholarship amounts vary for single parents	Deadline Varies
Arkansas Education and Training Voucher	All Arkansas Schools	Up to $5,000 for current or former foster students	Deadline Varies

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