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AIB College of Business was established as the American Institute of Business in 1921. Founded by Everett O. Fenton and Ray Hansen, the college received its current name in 2000. This non-profit, independent, coeducational college sits on a 20-acre campus in Des Moines, Iowa. In addition to this campus, the college operates additional campuses in Panora, Urbandale, and East Des Moines, Iowa.
AIB College of Business awards Associate of Applied Science and Bachelor of Science degrees. Students can choose from courses in subjects like accounting, business administration, general education, information technology, court reporting, and travel and hospitality management.
AIB College of Business is a member of the Iowa Community College Athletic Conference and the National Junior College Athletic Association. Its teams are known as the Eagles, and they participate in sports like golf, and basketball.
AIB is located in Des Moines, IA (a rural site not far from an urban area). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by AIB is the Bachelor's degree.
The school is known for its programs in hospitality and business and management.
AIB does not offer open admission.
The school had 965 enrolled students in 2007-2008.
AIB has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"AIB College of Business is dedicated to providing quality educational opportunities that prepare students to build careers in business."
More complete details are provided below.
AIB College Of Business
2500 Fleur Drive
Des Moines, IA 50321-1799
General Phone: (515) 244-4221
http://www.aib.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 183 | business, accounting |
| Law | 46 | court reporting |
| Office and Administration | 16 | administrative assistant |
| Hospitality | 14 | tourism and travel |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 6 | information technology, computer programming |
Number of programs and degrees for AIB in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 239 | 7 |
| Bachelor's degree | 26 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, AIB had a total enrollment of 965 students (1,047 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 30% |
| Women | 70% |
| Full-Time | 96% |
| Part-Time | 4% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 88% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 24% |
| 20-21 | 24% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 70 % |
AIB offers campus housing for 545 of its 1,047 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Des Moines, Iowa for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Iowa Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 391 | 216 | 55% | 135 | 62% |
| Men | 117 | 55 | 47% | 40 | 73% |
| Women | 274 | 161 | 59% | 95 | 59% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
| Other Standardized Tests | recommended |
| Years of College Work Before Admittance | recommended |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 12,120 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 12,120 |
| Room and board | $ 4,311 |
| Room charge | $ 3,060 |
| Books and supplies | $ 996 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,530 |
Financial Aid:
AIB participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 396300)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 8 | 18 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 4 | $57,375 | 4 | $52,750 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 3 | $49,667 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 7 | $45,429 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 8 | $52,938 | 15 | $48,133 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | academic year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 0 | * | 3 | $41,167 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
Information Technology
HOSPITALITY
Tourism and Travel Services Management
LAW
Court Reporting/Court Reporter
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets AIB Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in hospitality (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| Female % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Student employment services Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing
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