Auto mechanic schools in Fremont, CA

7 schools within 30 miles of Fremont, CA offer automotive technician programs, and the closest is Mission College in Santa Clara, 7 miles away. Auto mechanics in California earn a median $64,980 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
7
Closest
7 mi
Public colleges
6
Median pay in CA
$64,980

7 automotive technician schools within 30 mi of Fremont, CA

School results

  1. Mission College

    Santa Clara, CA · 7.4 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Culinary arts
    • +4
  2. CET-San Jose

    San Jose, CA · 12 mi · Private

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +4
  3. De Anza College

    Cupertino, CA · 13 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • CNC machining
    • Medical assistant
    • +5
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  5. Chabot College

    Hayward, CA · 14 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +7
  6. Evergreen Valley College

    San Jose, CA · 16 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Police academy & criminal justice
  7. Las Positas College

    Livermore, CA · 17 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Welding
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • +4
  8. College of Alameda

    Alameda, CA · 27 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Dental assistant
    • +2

What auto mechanics earn in California

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

Median pay
$64,980
$31.24 an hour
Typical range
$38,180–$95,280
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in CA
65,420
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 Fremont?

The closest are Mission College (Santa Clara, 7 mi), CET-San Jose (San Jose, 12 mi), and De Anza College (Cupertino, 13 mi). In total, 7 schools within 30 miles teach automotive technician.

How much do automotive technician programs near Fremont cost?

For the 7 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $5,080 to $16,101. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do auto mechanics make near Fremont?

Across California, the median pay is $64,980 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 Fremont?

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.