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Aviation Institute is found in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Virginia Beach is a large city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Associate's degree at Aviation Institute.
The school is known for its programs in mechanics and repair.
Aviation Institute accepts all qualified applicants under its open-admission rules. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
Aviation Institute maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.
Students numbered 170 in 2005 at the school. A very high share of students at Aviation Institute are male.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"We help adult students gain the skills and attitudes necessary for a meaningful entry-level career position. We strive to be responsive to the needs of not only our students, but also area businesses, industries, and government. We are committed to high academic standards in all of our curricular offerings. We are dedicated to providing the services that support our students' efforts to succeed. 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 professional. Each program offered is specifically designed to qualify graduates for a career position in government, business or industry. Aviation Institute of Maintenance is devoted to the following objectives: To motivate, educate, and develop students to their maximum potential while enrolled in their chosen field of study. To maintain all instruction in a job-related environment to ensure graduates the greatest potential for employment in the occupational fields for which they are trained. To offer dedicated and qualified instructors that provides the tool of learning which will enhance each studentĘs future success. To create an atmosphere for learning that is both personal and practical, while in a school that is friendly and informative. To establish high standards of education and training in order to maintain corporate satisfaction among the business community for the schoolĘs graduates. To enable students to establish independence through successful employment in their chosen career field."
More complete details are provided below.
Aviation Institute Of Maintenance - Virginia Beach
1429 Miller Store Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
General Phone: (757) 363-2121
Admissions Phone: (757) 363-2121
Financial Aid Phone: (757) 363-2121
http://www.aviationmaintenance.edu
Aviation Institute awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanics And Repair | 65 | aircraft maintenance |
Number of programs and degrees for Aviation Institute in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 47 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 18 | 1 |
In 2005, Aviation Institute had a total enrollment of 170 students (170 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 43% |
| Black | 41% |
| Hispanic | 6% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 6% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 3% |
| 20-21 | 13% |
| 22-24 | 28% |
| 25-29 | 31% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Virginia | 83% |
| North Carolina | 12% |
| Maryland | 2% |
| Delaware | 2% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 71 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Virginia Beach, Virginia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Virginia Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Admissions Phone Number: (757) 363-2121
Financial Aid:
Aviation Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3126300)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (757) 363-2121
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 13 | $33,283 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 13 | $33,283 | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance 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 5% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Open admission Offers credit for life experience Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services On-campus library
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