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Diesel & Heavy Equipment Technology

Learn more about studying Diesel & Heavy Equipment Technology as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Undergraduate certificate
  • Duration
    1 year
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    10,575USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Apr, Jun, Sep
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What South Seattle College says about their program:

Maintaining everything from trucks and tractors to ferries and forklifts; diesel engine technicians serve a vital role in keeping our society connected and running smoothly. South Seattle College’s Diesel & Heavy Equipment Technology program will prepare you with the skills required to maintain a family-supporting career in the industry. Our ASE-based curriculum is certified to the latest in NATEF standards, and will prepare you for all aspects of diesel and heavy equipment repair.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • High school degree

English proficiency

  • IELTS

    5.5

  • TOEFL

    60

  • Duolingo

    90

Entry requirements

  • Student ID number (required if currently attending Washington State school)
  • Completed IP online application, paper application or return student form
  • $50 application fee (non-refundable; the application fee is waived for NSC returning and alumni students)
  • $50 express mail fee (required if acceptance materials must be mailed)
  • Passport (must be valid within the next 6 months)
  • Financial statement, dated within the last 6 months, showing sufficient funds are available
  • Underage forms (required for students under 18 years old)
  • High school transcripts from 10th grade onward (required for students under 18 years old; documents must be English-translated; to view minimum grade required, please see IP High School Completion Plus flyer)

NOTE: There is no minimum requirement for English proficiency for general admission

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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    from US$10,575 to $20,442 per year

Funding

Seattle Colleges Foundation scholarships:

  • Amount

    $5,000

  • Requirement

    Must have a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA

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What is the cost of living near South Seattle College?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect Seattle, Washington-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$2,448
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,956
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$297
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$86
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$73
Monthly public transport pass$108
Monthly grocery basket$273
Coffee shop drink$6
Cinema or cultural event ticket$18
Gym membership$87

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for South Seattle College

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

USA student visa requirements