Aviation Institute is in a large city, in Kansas City, MO. The school is classified as a private, for-profit college. Students at Aviation Institute earn degrees up to the Associate's degree.
The most common major fields study at the school include mechanics and repair.
All qualified applicants are admitted as Aviation Institute offers open admission.
One indicator of school quality is the number of students per professor, and here the school does well in comparison to most schools.
Aviation Institute, in 2007-2008, had 178 students (121 full-time equivalent). The student body at the school is overwhelmingly male.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Aviation Institute of Maintenance is a distinguished co-educational institution
committed to the education and personal enrichment of each student. Students can
succeed in our collegiate environment when properly motivated, taught to set
goals, and to take responsibility for their own success in furthering their education.
All aspects of the School are enriched with creating an atmosphere conducive to
learning, while instilling a high degree of business ethics and professionalism.
This facilitates the easy transition from student to a professional career. Each
program offered is specifically designed to qualify graduates for a career position
in government, business, or industry."
More complete details are provided below.
Aviation Institute Of Maintenance Kansas City
4100 Raytown Road
Kansas City, MO 64129
General Phone: (816) 753-9920
http://www.aviationmaintenance.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanics and Repair | 60 | aircraft powerplant tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Aviation Institute in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 50 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 10 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Aviation Institute had a total enrollment of 178 students (121 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 51% |
| Black | 38% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 2% |
| Unknown | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 5% |
| 20-21 | 13% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 29% |
| 30-34 | 13% |
| 35-39 | 10% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 57 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Kansas City, Missouri for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Missouri Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 39,160 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 39,160 |
| Books and supplies | $ 345 |
Financial Aid:
Aviation Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3616300)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 11 | $30,680 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 11 | $30,680 | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Aviation Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 16% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
On-campus library
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