Auto mechanic schools in North Dakota

Looking for automotive technician schools in North Dakota? There are 5, including 4 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Auto mechanics in North Dakota earn a median $57,360 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
5
Public colleges
4
Median pay in ND
$57,360

5 automotive technician schools

School results

  1. Bismarck State College

    Bismarck, ND · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +12

  2. Lake Region State College

    Devils Lake, ND · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Welding
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +4

  3. North Dakota State College of Science

    Wahpeton, ND · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +17

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  5. United Tribes Technical College

    Bismarck, ND · Private

    • Automotive technician
    • Welding
    • CDL & truck driving
    • +2

  6. Williston State College

    Williston, ND · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Welding
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • +4

What auto mechanics earn in North Dakota

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

Auto mechanic salary in North DakotaHow to become an auto mechanic

Median pay
$57,360
$27.58 an hour
Typical range
$37,610–$83,860
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in ND
2,140
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 North Dakota?

We list 5 schools in North Dakota with automotive technician programs: 4 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Campuses are in Bismarck, Williston, Devils Lake, and Wahpeton.

Are there community college automotive technician programs in North Dakota?

Yes. 4 public colleges in North Dakota 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 North Dakota?

Among the 5 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $3,569 to $13,577. 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 North Dakota?

The median pay for auto mechanics in North Dakota is $57,360 a year, and most earn between $37,610 and $83,860, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a automotive technician school in North Dakota?

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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