Auto mechanic schools in Washington
Looking for automotive technician schools in Washington? There are 20, including 18 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 1 private career school. Auto mechanics in Washington earn a median $57,270 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 20
- Public colleges
- 18
- Median pay in WA
- $57,270
- Cities with schools
- 7
20 automotive technician schools
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Bellingham Technical College
Bellingham, WA · Public
- Automotive technician
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +16
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Lake Washington Institute of Technology
Kirkland, WA · Public
- Automotive technician
- Welding
- CNC machining
- +12
Shoreline Community College
Shoreline, WA · Public
- Automotive technician
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Phlebotomy
- +5
Skagit Valley College
Mount Vernon, WA · Public
- Automotive technician
- Welding
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +11
South Seattle College
Seattle, WA · Public
- Automotive technician
- Welding
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +2
Auto mechanic schools by city
What auto mechanics earn in Washington
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Auto mechanic salary in WashingtonHow to become an auto mechanic
- Median pay
- $57,270
- $27.54 an hour
- Typical range
- $39,470–$95,620
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in WA
- 12,930
- 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 Washington?
We list 20 schools in Washington with automotive technician programs: 18 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Tacoma, Yakima, Moses Lake, Olympia, and Bellingham.
Are there community college automotive technician programs in Washington?
Yes. 18 public colleges in Washington 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 Washington?
Among the 20 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $5,473 to $36,850. 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 Washington?
The median pay for auto mechanics in Washington is $57,270 a year, and most earn between $39,470 and $95,620, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a automotive technician school in Washington?
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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