The campus of American Auto Institute is in Cerritos, CA, which is a small city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at American Auto Institute include, at the school's highest level, the Certificate.
The school is known for its programs in mechanics and repair.
Its open admissions system makes American Auto Institute an attractive choice for many applicants.
In 2007-2008, the school had 70 students enrolled (87 full-time equivalent). American Auto Institute has a large minority student population. A very high share of students at the school are male.
More complete details are provided below.
American Auto Institute
17522 Studebaker Rd
Cerritos, CA 90703
General Phone: (562) 403-2660
http://americanautoinstitute.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanics and Repair | 63 | automobile mechanics, vehicle emissions tech, vehicle maintenance |
Number of programs and degrees for American Auto Institute in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 63 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, American Auto Institute had a total enrollment of 70 students (87 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 18% |
| Black | 13% |
| Hispanic | 55% |
| Asian | 13% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 4% |
| 20-21 | 13% |
| 22-24 | 31% |
| 25-29 | 24% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 100% |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 76% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Cerritos, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 10,075 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 10,075 |
| Books and supplies | $ 600 |
Financial Aid:
American Auto Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3969600)
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Vehicle Emissions Inspection/Maintenance Technology/Technician
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets American Auto Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career services
Student employment services
On-campus library
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