If you are looking for a state that has many different trade school options and job opportunities, Iowa is a really great place to go! With 12 different schools, many of those having multiple campuses all across the state and offering many different disciplines within automotive technology, Iowa has you covered. This is a great state to study in if you are looking to be a diesel or agriculture equipment mechanic as many of the schools offer these course options. Along with that, Iowa is a relatively inexpensive place to live and study so it should be relatively affordable. If you are looking for ways to continue to cut down costs, make sure you check out our scholarships page for more information on opportunities and how to apply!
Although Iowa does not pay their auto mechanics very much, they are right on the national average for salary. This combined with the low cost of living in the agricultural state, can make for a very comfortable living situation. This is especially true if you live on either the eastern or western edge of the state as these counties tend to provide higher wages for employees in the industry. Lastly, Iowa is a great place to be as you can get to so many amazing locations in such a short distance such as Kansas City, Chicago, the Great Lakes or even great hidden gems within Iowa such as Dunnings Springs or the High Trestle Trail Bridge.