Automotive Institute
Opening Fall 2025
The $27.9 million building will double the square footage for automotive programming and connect the existing automotive High Technology building to the center of the Longview campus. Learn more about the institute.
MCC-Longview's automotive training programs are accredited by the ASE Education Foundation at the Master Automotive Service Technology (MAST) level. Our instructors are ASE Master Certified Technicians. You won't find better automotive technology training anywhere!
Our testing equipment is state of the art. Our facility is bright, spacious and stocked with tools, equipment and components. We keep a fleet of more than 40 late-model cars for students to train on. Our reputation is solid: area employers know and respect our program. They come to us for the best entry-level technicians.
Important: MCC recently updated the AUTO course designator some automotive courses to CLSN. Please refer to the Automotive Collision Course Crosswalk (PDF) to determine the name of the new CLSN course that will fulfill the AUTO requirement on your degree plan.
Specialized programs
Ford Asset
The Ford ASSET (Automotive Student Service Educational Training) program is designed for students who are interested in beginning their career path at a Ford or Lincoln dealership. Learn more about the Ford ASSET program.
GM/ASEP
The General Motors Automotive Service Educational Program (ASEP) is designed for students who are interested in beginning their career path at a General Motors dealership or an AC-Delco TSS service center. Learn more about the GM/ASEP program.
Collision Repair
Collision Repair is a new program at MCC. It is designed for students who are interested in entering this high demand field that earns above average salaries in the industry. Learn more about the Collision Repair degree and certificate options.
Early College Academy Automotive Program
High school students can take auto classes at MCC to complete their degree early. High school juniors across the Kansas City area can launch their automotive career early at MCC-Longview. At the two-year Early College Academy you earn credits in one to two auto classes each semester. Learn more about the Early College Academy Automotive program
How to apply
Students who wish to enroll in classes which count toward the general automotive or collision repair programs or ASE test preparation should follow the steps shown below:
- Complete an online MCC Admissions Application and submit high school and/or college transcripts to: MCC Student Data Center, 3200 Broadway, Kansas City, MO 64111
- Take the placement test for math, reading and/or English (or submit ACT scores)
- To determine financial aid eligibility complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
Entry into either the GM ASEP or Ford ASSET programs require additional steps before a student is approved. If a student is applying to GM or Ford, add these steps:
- Take the Bennett Mechanical Aptitude test (available only from the MCC-Longview testing center office).
- Schedule an interview with the GM or Ford instructor to evaluate Bennett scores and a review of their GM or Ford application.
- Upon acceptance, students will interview with a sponsoring GM or Ford dealership.
Tuition and program fees
MCC is an affordable college plus there are many options for financial assistance. Estimate your cost using our calculator. Then explore the many financial aid choices - grants, loans, scholarships, veterans benefits, and more - to help fund your education. View program cost breakdown by semester (PDF).
Explore the many financial aid choices - grants, loans, program scholarships, veterans benefits, and more - to help fund your education.
Metro Rate for KS
Effective Fall 2023, students residing in Johnson, Leavenworth, Linn, Miami, and Wyandotte counties in Kansas qualify for the Metro Rate. Learn more about the MCC Metro Rate.
Accreditation
The MCC automotive program is accredited by ASE Education Foundation.
Careers
Average outlook (2 to 4% 2022-32) for Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
in the Kansas City area (O*Net Online)
Visit Occupational Information Network (O*NET) to view maintenance and repair workers careers salary information and employment outlook.
Transfer made simple
Whatever your transfer destination, we'll work to make sure your credits move easily. That's why we're experts at it. We've worked out specific transfer agreements with many four-year colleges and universities.
Please check with an advisor for transfer information.