American Institute is found in Phoenix, Arizona. Phoenix is a rural site not far from an urban area. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Certificate at American Institute.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. American Institute is known for its programs in transportation.
Admission to the school is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
Students numbered 254 in 2005 at the school. A very high share of students at American Institute are male.
More complete details are provided below.
American Institute Of Technology
440 S 54th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85043-4729
General Phone: (602) 233-2222
Admissions Phone: (602) 233-2222
Financial Aid Phone: (602) 233-2222
http://www.ait-schools.com
American Institute awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation | 525 | truck and bus driver |
Number of programs and degrees for American Institute in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 525 | 1 |
In 2005, American Institute had a total enrollment of 254 students (254 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 87% |
| Women | 13% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 66% |
| Black | 11% |
| Hispanic | 18% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 2% |
| Other Races | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Arizona | 56% |
| Nevada | 44% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 76 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2004):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 73% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Phoenix, Arizona for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 64 | 52 | 81% | 52 | 100% |
| Men | 57 | 45 | 79% | 45 | 100% |
| Women | 7 | 7 | 100% | 7 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (602) 233-2222
Financial Aid:
American Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2317800)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (602) 233-2222
TRANSPORTATION
Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets American Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in transportation (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
Notable:
Offers weekend classes
Career placement services
Student employment services
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