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Students attend American International in Springfield, Massachusetts, a medium-sized city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. American International degrees go up to the Doctoral degree.
The school has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. American International is known for its programs in therapy and counseling and security and law enforcement.
The school is selective and does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 428. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 430 and 576. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
American International has a tenure system for senior faculty.
There are 1,815 students at the school (as of 2005).
A lot of students at American International attend part-time. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. American International offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Northeast 10 Conference. American International offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of the College is to provide quality education to a diverse body of students from throughout the world. Our primary function is the teaching-learning process; that the curriculum should be designed to serve that function; and that all other activities should be consistent with that function. The College is dedicated to the belief that the liberal arts provide the foundation for lifelong intellectual growth and learning. We are committed to the creation in each individual student of an awareness of his or her own intrinsic worth, a concern for others, an international perspective, and a dedication and sense of responsibility to both private and public sectors. A major focus of the required core educational program is to develop in our students the abilities to think logically, act creatively, and communicate effectively. The curriculum of each of the College's schools and divisions incorporates practica and/or internships."
More complete details are provided below.
American International College
1000 State Street
Springfield, MA 01109
General Phone: (413) 737-7000
Admissions Phone: (413) 205-3201
Financial Aid Phone: (413) 205-3259
http://www.aic.edu
American International awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 89 | business administration, management science, marketing, accounting, finance, accounting and related services, MIS, human resources, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 85 | forensic psychology, school psychology, physical therapy, psychology, clinical psychology, educational psychology |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 51 | criminal justice and safety |
| Education And Teaching | 46 | school counseling, special ed, elementary/middle school admin, elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, teacher ed, early childhood education, reading teaching |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 29 | registered nursing, nursing science |
| Liberal Arts | 27 | liberal arts and sciences, political science, sociology, history, social services, Spanish language, English, economics |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 18 | occupational therapy, sports and fitness management |
| Science | 15 | biological and physical sciences, biology, natural sciences, biochemistry, chemistry |
| Media | 13 | media studies, organizational communications |
| Family And Social Work | 8 | public administration, human services |
| Medicine | 1 | gerontology, health professions |
| Medical Support And Technology | 0 | clinical lab tech, health service and sciences |
| Mathematics | 0 | mathematics |
| Religion And Philosophy | 0 | philosophy |
Number of programs and degrees for American International in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 205 | 43 |
| Master's degree | 140 | 22 |
| Post-master's certificate | 30 | 6 |
| Associate's degree | 5 | 3 |
| Doctor's degree | 2 | 1 |
In 2005, American International had a total enrollment of 1,815 students (1,530 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 50% |
| Women | 50% |
| Full-Time | 93% |
| Part-Time | 7% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 70% |
| Graduate | 30% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 51% |
| Black | 20% |
| Hispanic | 6% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 17% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 26% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 51% |
| Connecticut | 15% |
| New York | 11% |
| Rhode Island | 5% |
| New Jersey | 4% |
| New Hampshire | 3% |
| Foreign countries | 2% |
| Vermont | 2% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Delaware | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 56 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
American International offers campus housing for 676 of its 1,530 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Springfield, Massachusetts for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Massachusetts Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,333 | 1,159 | 87% | 358 | 31% |
| Men | 653 | 568 | 87% | 179 | 32% |
| Women | 680 | 591 | 87% | 179 | 30% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 428 | 520 |
| SAT Math | 430 | 576 |
| ACT Composite | 15 | 19 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 92% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 6% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (413) 205-3201
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 19,800 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 19,800 |
| Room and board | $ 8,910 |
| Room charge | $ 4,600 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,310 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,104 |
Financial Aid:
American International participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 211400)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (413) 205-3259
American International has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 6 | $55,533 | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 6 | $49,800 | 6 | $46,374 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 20 | $40,239 | 29 | $40,915 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 6 | $32,417 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 33 | $44,721 | 42 | $40,173 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Northeast 10 Conference |
| Basketball | Northeast 10 Conference |
| Baseball | Northeast 10 Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 96 | 57 | 153 |
| Football | 38 | 0 | 38 |
| Basketball | 10 | 10 | 20 |
| Baseball | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| All Other Sports | 35 | 47 | 82 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting and Related Services, Other
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Finance, General
Human Resources Management and Services, Other
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Information Systems, General
Management Science, General
Marketing, Other
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Organizational Behavior Studies
Taxation
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Elementary Education and Teaching
Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship
Reading Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Services, General
Public Administration
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication and Media Studies, Other
Organizational Communication, General
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
MEDICINE
Gerontology
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing Science (MS, PhD)
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Natural Sciences
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Clinical Psychology
Educational Psychology
Forensic Psychology
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
School Psychology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets American International Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% |  |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
Notable:
Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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