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"To prepare students for leadership in the field of professional automotive restoration by instilling values of craftsmanship, authenticity and integrity."

McPherson College is the only accredited four-year college that offers a degree in Automotive Restoration Technology. The Automotive Restoration Program is recognized internationally for the excellent preparation it provides students who wish to pursue a career in this rewarding field.


Program featured on website "Jay Leno's Garage"
Jonathan Klinger talks with Jay about the Auto Restoration program at McPherson College.
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Majors

Careers

Facilities

Friends

Automotive Restoration Technology majors have five emphases to choose from:
Historic Auto Technology Auto Restoration Management Auto Communications Auto Restoration Design Auto Restoration Technology

Enrollment in the Auto Restoration Program is limited and has specific admissions requirements. Many scholarships have been established to assist students.


:: Project Vehicles

The internship program has created many outstanding opportunities for students at prestigious restoration facilities and museums around the world.


Alumni

See what our alumni are doing in the restoration industry.


Resources

Off-Campus Job Board

The recent renovations to Templeton Hall include better lighting, larger shop areas, upgraded electrical capacity and firewalls, and compliance with ADA and other building standards.

Workshops
The same expert instructors and top-notch facility that have made the Auto Restoration Program famous are available to hobbyists and professionals in convenient summer workshops at the Automotive Restoration Institute.

 

 

Established in 1976 through the generosity and foresight of local entrepreneur Gaines H. “Smokey” Billue, the Restoration Technology Program continues today with the support of industry leaders and individuals like car enthusiast and “Tonight Show” host Jay Leno.

Program History National Advisory Board Friends of the AR Program Ambassadors Giving Club
 


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Automotive Restoration Development
martinb@mcpherson.edu

Director of Career Services
wiensc@mcpherson.edu

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