Technical Schools & Colleges in South Dakota
Auto Mechanic Schools in South Dakota
With slim pickings for schools in South Dakota, it is clear that the few that offer auto mechanic degrees offer them in wide variety. Most of the schools in South Dakota offer many different degrees from basic Automotive Technology to Case or Caterpillar technician training. As South Dakota is a state known for having a large population of farmers, getting a certificate in diesel technology would be a great idea and there are many schools that can help you on your way to getting your career started.
List of Automotive Schools in South Dakota
- Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls, SD
- Western Dakota Tech, Rapid City, SD
- Lake Area Technical Institute, Watertown, SD
- Mitchell Technical Institute, Mitchell, SD
- Mitchell Career & Technical Education Academy, Mitchell, SD
Schools in South Dakota
Mechanic Jobs in South Dakota
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Projected Job Growth
Working as an Auto Mechanic in South Dakota
If you get your degree in South Dakota, many of the schools will help you connect to an established auto shop which will help you on your way even quicker. If not, South Dakota’s job growth is projected to be about the same as the national average so it will be a competitive space. Neighboring states such as North Dakota and Wyoming could be better options, if you are having trouble getting your grip in South Dakota.
| Job Type | Total in South Dakota |
Average Hourly Wage | Average Annual Salary |
| Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics | 1,920 | $19.03 | $39,580 |
| Automotive Body and Related Repairers | 530 | $19.44 | $40,440 |
| Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | 900 | $20.80 | $43,270 |
Trade Schools Near You
Directory of South Dakota Schools
Featured Trade Schools in South Dakota
Southeast Technical Institute
Programs:
Automotive Technology
Collision Repair & Refinish Technology
Diesel Technology
and more…
Western Dakota Tech
Programs:
Automotive Technology
Diesel Technology
and more…
Lake Area Technical Institute
Programs:
Automotive Technology – Gas or Light Duty Diesel
CNH Technician
Diesel Truck & Industrial Technology
Caterpillar Diesel Technician
and more…
Mitchell Technical Institute
Programs:
Power Sports & Marine Technology
Diesel Power Technology
Precision Ag Technology
and more…
All Technical Schools in South Dakota
| School | Address | Programs | More Details |
Mitchell Career & Technical Education Academy |
821 N. Capital St. Mitchell, SD 57301 |
Automotive Technology |
Available Grants & Scholarships
Nationwide Scholarships and Grants
| Automotive Scholarships and Grants | Location | Description | Deadline |
| Future Mechanic Grant | Nationwide | Up to $1,000 for aspiring auto mechanics | 12/1/2019 |
| Andrew Piech Memorial Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $2,200 for graduates of New Mexico high school | June each year |
| Mike Rowe Work Ethic Scholarship | Nationwide | Full-Tuition paid for eligible students | March each year |
| Federal Pell Grants | Nationwide | Up to $6,195, for low-income households | Varies |
| Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) | Nationwide | Various, for low-income households | Varies |
| Automotive Aftermarket Scholarship | Nationwide | Various, one application for many scholarships | March each year |
| Berto Diaz Engineering Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $1,000 for Mechanical Engineering Students | January each year |
| BMW/SAE Engineering Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $6,000 paid annually in $1,500 increments | March each year |
| Brent Strohmeyer Memorial Foundation Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $400 for eligible students | April each year |
| GMiS Scholars Program | Nationwide | Various, for underrepresented students in tech | April each year |
| SMA Native American STEM Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $1,500, for Native American STEM students | June each year |
| Viceroy Auto Trans Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $1,000 for eligible students | March each year |
| Automotive Hall of Fame Educational Fund | Nationwide | Up to $2,000 for eligible students | June each year |
| Clunker Junker Cash for Cars and College Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $1,000 for eligible female students | Varies |
| SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund | Nationwide | Up to $5,000 for eligible students | March each year |
| Edward D. Hendrickson/SAE Engineering Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $4,000 for eligible students distributed in $1,000 increments for four years | March each year |
| TMC/SAE Donald D. Dawson Technical Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $6,000 for eligible students distributed in $1,500 increments for four years | March each year |
| Fred M. Young Sr./SAE Engineering Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $4,000 for eligible students distributed in $1,000 increments for four years | March each year |
| Tau Beta Pi/SAE Engineering Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $1,000 for eligible students | March each year |
| Yanmar/SAE Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $1,000 for eligible students | March each year |
| Horatio Alger Association CTE Scholarships | Nationwide | Up to $2,500 for eligible students | June each year |
| AmericanMuscle Automotive Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $2,000 for eligible students | June & October each year |
| Imagine America Foundation - High School Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $1,000 for eligible students | December 31 of Graduation Year |
| Imagine America Adult Skills Education Program | Nationwide | Up to $1,000 for eligible students | No Deadline |
| Imagine America Military Award Program | Nationwide | Up to $1,000 for eligible students | No Deadline |