Getting into the Top Small Engine Repair Schools

September 29, 2009

The top small engine repair schools can be as competitive as universities. Learn what it takes to get into a first-tier small engine repair school.

Practicing Small Engine Repair

The most respected small engine repair schools are Universal Technical Institute (UTI), Motorcycle Mechanics Institute (MMI), Penn Foster and Lincoln College. Getting in requires you to first know who they are and what their admissions policies are.

Universal Technical Institute (UTI)

Universal Technical Institute (UTI) is a leader in the training of technicians and mechanics in automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle and the marine or boat industries. UTI partners with many of the major manufacturers including Ford, Honda, BMW and Nissan among others. They have 12 campuses located across the country in Florida, North Carolina, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Texas, Arizona and California.

Enrollment in UTI qualifies a student for federal financial aid. Getting in involves completing a request for information and an enrollment application.

Motorcycle Mechanics Institute (MMI)

The Motorcycle Mechanics Institute (MMI) is located in Phoenix, Arizona and Orlando, Florida. It is a division of Universal Technical Institute, a premier leader in engine repair training. MMI offers training in auto, diesel and collision repair, as well as preparing students as NASCAR technicians, with a specialty in motorcycle repair and maintenance and also marine. MMI students can qualify for federal financial aid and there is housing options available for students who are not residents of either Florida or Arizona.

Completing an online or downloaded application with your area of interest will get you into this respected small engine repair school.

Penn Foster

Penn Foster is a technical and trade school that offers skills in various disciplines such as health services, business, legal studies, technology, the skilled trades, education, engineering, automotive, creative design or high school G.E.D. The automotive skills training provided through Penn Foster prepare students to become certified as technicians and mechanics able to work on any type of engine.

Penn Foster is based in Scranton, Pennsylvania and provides advisory services to assist prospective students in identifying the career path that best suits their ability. Getting into Penn Foster is done through the completion of an application and financial aid if available to pay for tuition costs.

Lincoln College

Lincoln College is one of the more widely known technical and trade schools. It provides curriculum in the area of auto mechanics and engine repair, especially small engine repair. It is located in Lincoln and Normal, Illinois and is the only career two year college in the state. Enrollment involves the completion of an enrollment application and the submission of transcripts in order to be accepted as a student. The school accepts financial aid and has packages available to assist you in the financing of your small engine repair education.

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