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IYRS School of Technology & Trades
Newport, Rhode Island · Private non-profit career school
Address: 449 Thames St, Newport, RI 02840 · Phone: (401) 848-5777 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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IYRS School of Technology & Trades is a private non-profit trade school in Newport, RI offering auto mechanic training, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
IYRS School of Technology & Trades has a 92.3% completion rate, above the Rhode Island state average of 75.2%, and graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Attending IYRS School of Technology & Trades costs about $34,109 a year, and federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used since the school participates in Title IV programs. About 16.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,860 | $51,770 | $62,400 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Rhode Island (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 21 | $37,559 | $33,993 | $9,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 9 | $37,559 | $33,993 | $9,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | $37,559 | $33,993 | $9,500 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
IYRS School of Technology & Trades is a private non-profit trade school located in Newport, Rhode Island. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students may use federal financial aid, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus's primary program area is auto mechanic schools, which accounts for its 34 program completers.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 92.3%, which is above the Rhode Island state average of 75.2%. Median debt for graduates is $9,500. Median earnings 10 years after entry is not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is $34,109, and 16.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a modest share of lower-income students relative to some career schools.
This campus, located in a large suburb setting, may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in auto mechanic trades rather than a broad liberal-arts degree path. Whether the program length fits an adult career-changer's schedule is not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm scheduling and program length. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome data, applicants can check with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and consult the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for this institution before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
IYRS School of Technology & Trades offers auto mechanic school programs, with 34 completers reported in this program family. The school lists a total of 3 programs overall.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, IYRS School of Technology & Trades is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants where eligible.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 92.3%, which is above the Rhode Island state average of 75.2%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (401) 848-5777 or visit the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported cost of attendance is $34,109 per year.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
IYRS School of Technology & Trades is a private non-profit school, which typically means it is not driven by shareholder profit and often reinvests revenue into programs, though this does not guarantee outcomes.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (401) 848-5777 or via https://www.iyrs.edu/ to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and check outcome data directly at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?437237.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit for adult career-changers is not directly reported in federal data; the program's focus on auto mechanic trades may appeal to those seeking hands-on skill training, but scheduling details should be confirmed with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (401) 848-5777 for program-specific certification information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact IYRS School of Technology & Trades at (401) 848-5777 or through its website, https://www.iyrs.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this listing; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?437237 to compare completion, cost, and debt figures across schools.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.