Auto mechanic schools in Louisiana

We found 8 schools offering automotive technician training in Louisiana, with campuses in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Lake Charles, and Schriever and more. Auto mechanics in Louisiana earn a median $46,400 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
8
Public colleges
8
Median pay in LA
$46,400

8 automotive technician schools

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  1. Baton Rouge Community College

    Baton Rouge, LA · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +18

  2. Delgado Community College

    New Orleans, LA · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +29

  3. Fletcher Technical Community College

    Schriever, LA · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +13

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  5. Louisiana Delta Community College

    Monroe, LA · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +14

  6. Northshore Technical Community College - Sullivan

    Lacombe, LA · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +14

  7. Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College

    Minden, LA · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +9

  8. South Louisiana Community College

    Lafayette, LA · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +17

  9. Sowela Technical Community College

    Lake Charles, LA · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +12

What auto mechanics earn in Louisiana

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

Auto mechanic salary in LouisianaHow to become an auto mechanic

Median pay
$46,400
$22.31 an hour
Typical range
$30,230–$77,790
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in LA
8,620
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

How many automotive technician schools are in Louisiana?

We list 8 schools in Louisiana with automotive technician programs: 8 public colleges. Campuses are in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Lake Charles, Schriever, and Monroe.

Are there community college automotive technician programs in Louisiana?

Yes. 8 public colleges in Louisiana offer automotive technician. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does automotive technician school cost in Louisiana?

Among the 8 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $7,525 to $12,564. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do auto mechanics make in Louisiana?

The median pay for auto mechanics in Louisiana is $46,400 a year, and most earn between $30,230 and $77,790, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a automotive technician school in Louisiana?

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.

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