Associate in Applied Science in Advanced Manufacturing & Mechatronics
Hands-on industrial automation degree utilizing robotics, pneumatic actuators, industrial PLC programming, and precision multi-axis CNC machining.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- High school diploma or GED with mechanical aptitude
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL 61
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Transcripts and apprenticeship interview
- Recommendation letters
- One recommendation
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Harper College Apprenticeship program with participating manufacturing employers paying 100% tuition plus hourly wage
- Application fee
- $25 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- $3,936 in-district / $11,760 non-resident (often covered by employer)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- March 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official William Rainey Harper College documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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