Auto Mechanic Schools in Owensboro, KY

Updated January 10, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare auto mechanic programs in Owensboro, Kentucky. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. City population is roughly 73,011 (estimate; varies by source and year). Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Auto Mechanic Schools Near Owensboro, KY

#4

Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College

Bowling Green, KY 64 miles away
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,656
  • Out-of-state tuition: $6,192
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Source: IPEDS College Scorecard ACCSC

#6

Elizabethtown Community and Technical College

Elizabethtown, KY 67.9 miles away
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Source: IPEDS College Scorecard ACCSC

Kentucky Auto Mechanic Salary Snapshot

Kentucky
Kentucky Median Pay $39,940 $19.20 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $49,670 $23.88 per hour
Data Year: 2024 SOC: 49-3023 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • Schedule options (day/evening/weekend) and expected weekly time commitment
  • Hands-on requirements (labs, shop time, clinicals, externships) and how competencies are evaluated
  • Total cost breakdown (tuition, fees, supplies, exams) in writing
  • Credential outcome (certificate/diploma/associate) and what it’s designed to prepare you for
  • Licensing or certification steps in Kentucky (requirements can vary)

Next Steps

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