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If you want a stable job in a growing field, consider earning your trucking or diesel technology degree in Nebraska. There are six Nebraska schools with these degrees, costing an average of $2,649 in tuition. This is partially offset by the average scholarship award of $1,230.
The school you attend affects what scholarships you may be entitled to. Central Community College in Grand Island has a variety of diesel technology scholarships, including ones that promise you a job for two years after graduation. Some scholarships here include the Titan Machinery sponsorship and the Nebraska Machinery Company scholarship.

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When it comes to hands-on programs like diesel technology and truck driving, small class sizes are hugely beneficial to students! Diesel technology relies on lab time to offer you hands-on experience, and with a small class, you can work more closely with your instructor. There are similar benefits with small classes in truck driving courses; you may be able to ask more questions and spend more time driving. Some Nebraska schools that offer small class sizes include New Hampshire Community Tech College and Mid-Plains Community College.

Program length may also play a role in your school decision. Most diesel technology programs in Nebraska give you the chance to earn a certificate in one year or an Associate’s degree in two years. Truck driving programs vary from school to school; Central Community College offers several six-week training courses every year.

Life on the Road in Nebraska

When you begin your trucking career in Nebraska, you may wonder how your salary is determined.

Below you can find a graph outlining Nebraska trucking and diesel mechanic salaries compared to the nationwide average. All data retrieved from Bureau of Labor Statistics (2015).

There are many prospective trucking employers in Nebraska that you may be able to work for after graduation. Some of the most prominent employers include C.R. England, MCT Transportation LLC, and TMC Transportation. Nebraska has a strong job outlook; O*Net anticipates a 19% increase in demand for truck drivers. They also expect a 10% increase in demand for diesel mechanics between 2012 and 2022.

Truck Driving Schools Near Me

Nebraska Truck Driving Schools

Central Community College - Grand Island

Central Community College - Hastings

Central States Safety & Driver Training - Kearney

Custom Diesel Drivers Training - Omaha

Hamilton Building - Hastings

JTL Truck Driver Training - Omaha

Metropolitan Community College - Omaha

Metropolitan Community College - Omaha

Northeast Community College - Norfolk

Southeast Community College - Lincoln

Southeast Community College Area - Milford

Western Nebraska Community College - Scottsbluff

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