Auto mechanic schools in Phoenix, AZ

7 schools within 30 miles of Phoenix, AZ offer automotive technician programs, and one is in Phoenix itself. Auto mechanics in Arizona earn a median $49,570 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
7
Closest
5 mi
Public colleges
4
Median pay in AZ
$49,570

7 automotive technician schools within 30 mi of Phoenix, AZ

School results

  1. Miller-Motte College-Arizona Automotive Institute

    Glendale, AZ · 4.6 mi · Private

    • Automotive technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +3
  2. Glendale Community College

    Glendale, AZ · 5.8 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +6
  3. GateWay Community College - Phoenix

    Phoenix, AZ · 10 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +18
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  5. Rio Salado College

    Tempe, AZ · 13 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +4
  6. Universal Technical Institute of Arizona Inc

    Avondale, AZ · 14 mi · Private

    • Automotive technician
    • Welding
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
  7. Mesa Community College

    Mesa, AZ · 18 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • Carpentry
    • +14
  8. UEI College-Mesa

    Mesa, AZ · 18 mi · Private

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +3

What auto mechanics earn in Arizona

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Median pay
$49,570
$23.83 an hour
Typical range
$34,660–$79,330
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in AZ
16,400
Job growth, 2025–35
+5%
66,200 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the closest automotive technician schools to Phoenix?

The closest are Miller-Motte College-Arizona Automotive Institute (Glendale, 5 mi), Glendale Community College (Glendale, 6 mi), and GateWay Community College - Phoenix (Phoenix, 10 mi). In total, 7 schools within 30 miles teach automotive technician.

How much do automotive technician programs near Phoenix cost?

For the 7 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $8,341 to $35,391. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do auto mechanics make near Phoenix?

Across Arizona, the median pay is $49,570 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

How do I choose a automotive technician school in Phoenix?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.