New York Automotive and Diesel Institute ★ Hidden gem
Jamaica, New York · Private, for-profit · 470 undergraduates
All 2 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical New York high-school graduate (about $35,746/yr).
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $21,418 |
| $30k to $48k | $22,231 |
| $48k to $75k | $27,449 |
| $75k to $110k | $31,428 |
| $110k and up | $32,898 |
| All families (average) | $24,721 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $42,879 | +$7,133 | clears the bar | $15,453 | 2.2 yrs |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate's Degree | $62,122 | +$26,376 | clears the bar | $20,156 | 0.8 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 66% of students receive Pell grants · 64% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.