What Universal Technical Institute does

Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (NYSE: UTI) is a publicly traded post-secondary workforce solutions provider founded in 1965 and headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. The company delivers accelerated vocational and technical training programs ranging from 7 to 24 months across 16 UTI campuses in 9 states and 18 Concorde Career Colleges campuses in 8 states, serving a primarily consumer base of high school graduates seeking faster paths to employment than traditional four-year colleges, alongside veterans, adult career changers, and women entering skilled trades. Programs span automotive, diesel, motorcycle, marine, collision repair, electrical, industrial maintenance, robotics, wind turbine, aviation maintenance, welding, HVACR, and non-destructive testing under the UTI division, with healthcare programs (dental assistant, diagnostic medical sonography, pharmacy technician, radiologic technology, surgical technology) under the Concorde division.

The company operates a blended learning model combining online instructor-led training via Blackboard Ultra with hands-on laboratory application, supplemented by Manufacturer-Specific Advanced Training (MSAT) programs co-developed with more than 30 OEMs including Ford, BMW, GM, Chrysler, Cummins, Peterbilt, Volvo Penta, Mercury Marine, and Harley-Davidson. Equipment partnerships with Hyundai (18 IONIQ 5 EVs donated), TOPDON (professional diagnostic tools), and Fuji Spray Auto extend curriculum currency. The MIAT College of Technology subsidiary (acquired November 2021 for $26 million) contributes aviation maintenance, wind power, robotics, and welding programs.

Revenue is generated primarily through tuition and fees, supplemented by federal student aid administration (Pell Grants, student loans, Parent PLUS loans), over $27 million in institutional scholarships and grants awarded in 2025, and emerging employer-funded tuition reimbursement through the Work and Learn program. FY2025 revenue reached $835.6 million (up 14% YoY) with net income of $63.0 million (up 50%), and management is guiding FY2026 revenue to $905-915 million. Distribution is omnichannel: direct campus enrollment, digital/SEO-driven enrollment via UTI.edu, employer partnership pipelines, and military/veteran outreach, with planned expansion of 12-16 new campuses by 2029 under the North Star strategy targeting $1.2 billion in revenue and $220 million EBITDA.

Name

Universal Technical Institute

Legal name

Universal Technical Institute, Inc.

Website

https://uti.edu

Company type

Public

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Universal Technical Institute (NYSE: UTI) is a publicly traded post-secondary workforce solutions provider operating 34+ campuses across 17 states, delivering accelerated 7-24 month vocational programs in transportation, skilled trades, and healthcare for high school graduates, veterans, and career changers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational and Technical Training

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (61151), Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Polytechnic & Applied Sciences Universities (EDAHAEAB)

Keywords

• Vocational technical training
• Skilled trades education
• Automotive technician training
• Workforce development programs
• Post-secondary career training

Headquarters

HQ city

Scottsdale

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices18 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: UTI generates revenue primarily through tuition and fees charged for vocational and technical training programs. Programs range from 7-24 months in duration. Students pay tuition for education in automotive, diesel, motorcycle, marine, HVACR, electrical, welding, aviation, and other technical fields.
2. Employer Partnerships and Hiring Incentives: Revenue from employer relationships through Work and Learn program partnerships where employers may contribute to tuition reimbursement, provide hiring incentives, and support student employment during training.
3. Financial Aid Administration: UTI administers federal student aid including Pell Grants, student loans, Parent PLUS loans, and institutional scholarships and grants to support student tuition payments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Universal Technical Institute (UTI) is a publicly traded post-secondary workforce solutions provider that delivers hands-on technical training programs lasting 7 to 24 months in transportation, skilled trades, and healthcare fields. Through 16 UTI campuses and 18 Concorde Career Colleges campuses across 17 states, UTI offers programs in automotive, diesel, motorcycle, marine, collision repair, electrical, industrial maintenance, robotics, wind energy, aviation maintenance, welding, HVACR, non-destructive testing, and healthcare disciplines including dental assistant, diagnostic medical sonography, pharmacy technician, radiologic technology, and surgical technology. Revenue is generated primarily through tuition and fees, augmented by manufacturer partnerships and employer-driven Work and Learn programs.

Product overview

Universal Technical Institute (UTI) is a workforce solutions provider offering post-secondary technical training across transportation, skilled trades, and healthcare education. The company operates multiple divisions: the core UTI division (16 campuses across 9 states) providing automotive, diesel, motorcycle, marine, collision repair, electrical, industrial maintenance, robotics, wind energy, aviation, welding, HVACR, and non-destructive testing programs; Concorde Career Colleges (18 healthcare campuses across 8 states) offering dental, diagnostic imaging, pharmacy, radiologic, and surgical technology programs; and MIAT College of Technology (acquired 2021) providing aviation maintenance, wind power, robotics, and welding training. Programs include Manufacturer-Specific Advanced Training (MSAT) with major OEM partners and specialized NASCAR technology training. The Work and Learn program facilitates employer partnerships for student employment and tuition reimbursement.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Concorde Career Colleges: Healthcare education division of Universal Technical Institute offering programs in dental assistant, diagnostic medical sonography, pharmacy technician, radiologic technology, and surgical technology
• MIAT College of Technology

Products and services

• Automotive Technology Comprehensive training in automotive diagnosis, repair, and maintenance, covering troubleshooting, service, and installation of vehicle systems. Designed for students seeking careers as automotive service technicians.
• Diesel & Industrial Technology Training in maintenance and repair of diesel-powered vehicles and heavy machinery used in transportation and industrial applications. Designed for students pursuing diesel technician careers.
• Motorcycle Technician Skills training for custom bike and powersports shops, covering motorcycle maintenance, repair, and specialized manufacturer certifications. Designed for students pursuing powersports technician careers.
• Marine Technician Specialist 51-week program training technicians to maintain boats and marine equipment. Includes manufacturer-specific courses with Honda Marine, Mercury Marine, Suzuki Marine, Volvo Penta, and Yamaha Marine.
• Collision Repair & Refinish Technology Training in repair and refinishing of damaged vehicles to restore them to proper condition. Designed for students pursuing auto body and collision repair careers.
• Electrical, Electronics & Industrial Technology Electrical technology skills including wiring, low/high voltage systems, and smart home systems installation and maintenance. Designed for students pursuing electrical technician careers.
• Industrial Maintenance Technician Training to work on machinery used in oil, gas, coal, nuclear, and solar industries. Designed for students pursuing industrial maintenance careers.
• Robotics & Automation Technician Training to maintain and service machinery and robotic systems in manufacturing and industrial settings. Designed for students pursuing robotics technician careers.
• Wind Turbine Technician Training for installation and maintenance of wind turbine systems in the renewable energy sector. Designed for students pursuing wind energy technician careers.
• Airframe & Powerplant Technician FAA-approved training ensuring safety and reliability in aircraft maintenance, preparing graduates for aviation industry careers. Designed for students pursuing aircraft mechanic careers.
• Aviation Maintenance Technology Aircraft maintenance training combined with an aviation degree program. Designed for students pursuing aviation maintenance careers with a degree credential.
• Welding Technology Welding skills for motorsports, aerospace, construction, and manufacturing applications. Designed for students pursuing welding careers across multiple industries.
• HVACR Technician Nine-month HVACR diploma program training students to install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems in commercial and residential environments.
• Advanced Non-Destructive Testing Technician Specialized training in testing components like welds for safety in oil, gas, and industrial applications. Designed for students pursuing NDT technician careers.
• Manufacturer-Specific Advanced Training (MSAT) Factory-approved advanced training programs developed with major manufacturers including Ford, BMW, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, GMC, Jeep, Lincoln, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Ram, Cummins, Detroit Diesel, Freightliner, Peterbilt, Western Star, Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki, Honda, Harley-Davidson, Volvo Penta, Mercury Marine, and others.
• NASCAR Technology & Motorsports Training Specialized automotive training program focused on NASCAR technology and motorsports applications. Designed for students pursuing motorsports careers.
• Concorde Career Colleges Healthcare Programs Healthcare education division of UTI operating 18 campuses across 8 states. Offers programs in dental assistant, diagnostic medical sonography, pharmacy technician, radiologic technology, and surgical technology.
• MIAT College of Technology Programs Vocational and technical training programs in aviation maintenance, wind power, robotics, and welding offered through the MIAT College of Technology brand at the Canton, Michigan campus.
• Work and Learn Employer Partnership Program Employer partnership program offering students paid work experience during studies along with post-graduation benefits including tuition reimbursement, tool packages, and relocation assistance. Partners include Herc Rentals and other employers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Graduates prepared for careers in 7-24 months vs 4+ years at traditional colleges
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Herc RentalscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 April 2026Herc Rentals joined UTI's Work and Learn program, offering participating students and alumni paid work experience during studies. Eligible graduates hired by Herc Rentals may receive up to $5,250 annually for tuition reimbursement, a $3,000 toolbox package, and $3,000 in relocation assistance. Herc Rentals is a full-service equipment rental company with approximately 9,600 employees and over 600 branches across the US and Canada.
• Fuji Spray AutominorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 March 2026Three-year partnership where Fuji Spray Auto supplies professional-grade spray guns and equipment for UTI's collision repair and aviation programs across the US. Partnership includes Fuji Spray's Education Support Program providing discounted products to schools and students.
• Hyundai Motor AmericacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 December 2025Hyundai donated 18 IONIQ 5 electric vehicles to UTI campuses to address the projected shortfall of 35,000 qualified EV technicians in the US by 2028. The vehicles are integrated into UTI's Battery Electric Vehicle Technology course to enhance practical learning in electric vehicle maintenance.
• TOPDON USminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 February 2025Five-year partnership marking TOPDON's first agreement with a post-secondary educational institution. Initially supports EV maintenance and repair training curriculum at three California campuses. TOPDON donates professional tools including Phoenix Max and Tornado120000, plus product discounts for students and alumni. TOPDON's TOP-UP initiative aims to foster the next generation of automotive professionals.
• MIAT College of TechnologycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2021UTI completed acquisition of MIAT College of Technology for $26 million in cash. MIAT specializes in vocational and technical programs including aviation maintenance, wind power, robotics, and welding, expanding UTI's offerings and campus locations (now Canton, MI campus).

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Lincoln Educational Services: For-profit provider of skilled-trades and technical education operating campuses across multiple US states, with overlapping automotive, diesel, and HVAC programs serving a similar student demographic.
• WyoTech (formerly Wyoming Technical Institute): For-profit trade school focused on automotive, diesel, collision/refinishing, and motorcycle programs — directly overlapping UTI's flagship transportation categories with similar employer-aligned training.

Regional players

• New England Institute of Technology: Private technical college offering associate and bachelor's programs in technical trades, health, and engineering with a primarily Northeast US footprint — comparable program mix but regional rather than national.
• ECPI University: For-profit institution concentrated in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic offering technical, healthcare, and nursing programs with comparable accelerated-format delivery models.
• Porter and Chester Institute: Career training school primarily in the Northeast and Connecticut offering HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and skilled trades diplomas — directly comparable to UTI's HVACR and electrical programs on a smaller footprint.

Emerging players

• Penn Foster: Online-based vocational and trade education provider serving similar career-changer and adult-learner segments with self-paced delivery — emerging alternative channel that competes on price and flexibility.

Broad incumbents

• Perdoceo Education Corporation: Publicly traded for-profit education company operating American InterContinental University and Colorado Technical University — broader online and ground education portfolio with overlapping student demographics and federal-aid exposure.
• Adtalem Global Education: Large publicly traded for-profit education provider focused on healthcare and professional programs (Chamberlain University, Ross University, ACAMS) — comparable Concorde-adjacent healthcare vertical at much greater scale.
• Strategic Education Inc. Holds Strayer University and Capella University, both serving adult and working learners — comparable for-profit structure and Title IV exposure though focused on degree programs rather than trade certificates.

Others

• Year Up: Nonprofit workforce-development program providing technical and professional training with employer partnerships — adjacent alternative pathway that competes for the same career-launcher student demographic.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/utitweet
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCyopaT4uXAWtedw9-V_2Tng
• Facebookfacebook.com/UTI
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/about
• Instagraminstagram.com/uti.tech
• TikToktiktok.com/@uti.tech?lang=en

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors6 records

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M&A2 records

Investments

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