Universal Technical Institute, Inc. Announces New Training Contract With Nissan

PHOENIX, May 8, 2006 -- Universal Technical Institute, Inc. , a provider of technical education training, announced today that the Company has signed a training contract with Nissan North America, Inc. The nine-week elective training is scheduled to begin during the summer of fiscal 2006 and is planned to be offered at the existing UTI locations in Houston, Texas; Orlando, Florida; and Mooresville, North Carolina. As part of the contracts Nissan plans to equip the elective with specialized training aids and tools supporting their unique training needs. Students who successfully complete their training will be eligible to receive credit within the Nissan Technician Certification system.

Kim McWaters, President and Chief Executive Officer of Universal Technical Institute, Inc., commented, "The Company is pleased to announce UTI's new relationship with Nissan to provide a nine week elective program at three UTI locations. A key component of our strategy includes the development of new relationships that provide value to our industry customers and our students. Students who opt to take this type of specialty training will have greater opportunities to obtain top jobs using their specialty skills. In turn, Nissan benefits from a more proficient entry-level technician trained specifically to meet their needs. We are excited to add Nissan to our list of valued customers at UTI."

About Universal Technical Institute

Universal Technical Institute, Inc. is a provider of technical education training for students seeking careers as professional automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle and marine technicians. The company offers undergraduate degree, diploma and certificate programs at ten campuses across the United States, and manufacturer-sponsored advanced programs at 20 dedicated training centers. Through its campus-based school system, Universal Technical Institute, Inc. offers specialized technical education programs under the banner of several well-known brands, including Universal Technical Institute (UTI), Motorcycle Mechanics Institute and Marine Mechanics Institute (MMI) and NASCAR Technical Institute (NTI).

About Nissan North America, Inc.

In North America, Nissan's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.NissanUSA.com and www.Infiniti.com.