2025 - 2026 Universal Technical Institute Catalog

Universal Technical Institute is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). The ACCSC is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as an institutionally recognized accrediting agency.

Universal Technical Institute is one of the few private career schools in the nation to offer Automotive Technology, Diesel & Industrial Technology, and Collision Repair and Refinish Technology programs that are accredited by the ASE Education Foundation, a non-profit organization that evaluates technician training programs against standards developed by the automotive, truck and collision industries.

Note: Any new Universal Technical Institute campus or program is required to graduate its first class before starting the process of becoming ASE Education Foundation accredited. Therefore, not all programs may be ASE Education Foundation accredited at the time of enrollment. Contact the Education Department at your campus for more information.

Universal Technical Institute has an experienced and highly skilled staff dedicated to assisting students. We help students determine whether they qualify for financial aid, assist them in obtaining affordable housing and part-time employment, and offer support in many more areas.

Universal Technical Institute Automotive and Diesel students can take their training to a higher level by supplementing their core training programs with Manufacturer-Specific Advanced Training (MSAT). MSAT training provides manufacturer-specific training that can lead to entry-level career opportunities with major automotive and diesel manufacturers. The following Manufacturer-Specific Advanced Training is available to Universal Technical Institute students:

Safety is everyone’s responsibility. The Institute strives to provide students with a secure and safe environment. Classrooms and laboratories comply with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local regulations.

As noted in the Annual Security Report, Universal Technical Institute/ Universal Technical Institute supports a drug‑free environment and does not allow the unlawful possession, use or distribution of illicit drugs or alcohol on or off campus. As a condition of acceptance, Universal Technical Institute students agree to random and for‑cause drug testing throughout their attendance as set forth in Universal Technical Institute/Universal Technical Institute Substance Abuse Prevention Policy in this guide. A violation will result in Universal Technical Institute taking appropriate action up to and including termination.

Universal Technical Institute encourages eligible students to register to vote. Voter registration forms are available in the Student Services Department. For more information, see the Student Services team members. Students can also register at https://www.uti.edu/support-services/voter-registration.

For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program and other important information, please visit www.uti.edu/disclosures .

Experienced Instructors

Before joining Universal Technical Institute, all instructors are required to have a combination of field experience and training sufficient to meet accreditation standards and state regulations in the states in which the school is licensed or approved to operate. Due to their experience and training, UTI instructors are able to share information and insights with students that otherwise might take years to learn on the job.  

Universal Technical Institute updates its instructors through a variety of seminars and workshops that keep them abreast of new technology so they can pass that knowledge along to students. Instructors also continue their education and improve their teaching skills through training provided by the Center of Excellence in Education.

Universal Technical Institute Aviation maintenance instructors are required to hold an FAA mechanic certificate with one or more appropriate ratings (airframe/powerplant) or be a specifically qualified instructor. Our Wind Power instructors must follow the required GWO qualification processes, in addition to any applicable national legislation and regulations.

Universal Technical Institute’s Automotive Technology II, Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology II, Diesel & Industrial Technology, Automotive & Diesel Technology II, Automotive/Diesel & Industrial Technology, and Collision Repair & Refinish Technology instructors are ASE certified. Many Universal Technical Institute instructors are Master Certified, and some have achieved the distinction of acquiring multiple Master Certifications.

Universal Technical Institute’s Welding and skilled trade instructors have a combination of field experience and training sufficient to meet accreditation standards and state regulations in the states in which the school is licensed or approved to operate. 

Students are encouraged to first seek assistance for any type of concern from the appropriate department Director or Campus President at their campus. Contact information can be found in the Administrative Rosters section of the Catalog. 

All complaint investigations are reviewed fully and fairly. If any conflicts of interest arise, another campus director will assume investigation duties.  Universal Technical Institute prohibits any type of retaliation against a student for lodging a complaint and will promptly investigate any reports of retaliation. 

1. Once a formal, written complaint is received, the Director of the department will attempt to resolve the student's complaint.  At that time, the student will be issued a letter acknowledging receipt of the complaint and outlining next steps. An investigation into the alleged complaint will commence and should be completed within 30 days, with any delays communicated to the appropriate parties.
2. If the department director is unable to resolve the issue, he or she will bring the issue to the Campus President for resolution.
3. Throughout the process, the campus team will consult with divisional leaders as needed and appropriate.
4. At the conclusion of the investigation, a written decision is provided to the student, which includes a description of the complaint, the evaluation of all relevant information, and any applicable decisions. ​

Nothing in this policy prevents a student from contacting his or her respective state agency with concerns or complaints.

The following pages are REQUIRED enrollment documents.

The pages marked RETURN THIS COPY TO Universal Technical Institute WITH ENROLLMENT must be signed and returned with the Enrollment Agreement (if the student resides in that state) as indicated on the following pages.​