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Vancouver, WA is home to International Air Academy. Vancouver is a medium-sized city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at International Air Academy go up to the Certificate.
Students commonly pursue studies in transportation.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants.
The school has 320 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008).
International Air Academy has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"OUR VISION AND PHILOSOPHY
We aim to provide the best to our students û the best programs, the best instruction and the best opportunity for a fulfilling career. We select motivated and qualified candidates for admission to our academy through interviews, letters of recommendation and work experience. We train hospitality students through hands-on experience at our fully operational restaurant and event hall. Airline and travel students practice through role-playing using real workplace technology. We make a commitment to our graduates by guaranteeing each student a minimum of 10 interview opportunities.
International Air and Hospitality Academy is dedicated to living up to its reputation as a leader in training for the airline and travel and hospitality industries. To succeed in preparing our students for competitive career opportunities, we know we must fulfill the needs of both our students and the industry."
More complete details are provided below.
International Air Academy
2901 E Mill Plain Blvd
Vancouver, WA 98661
General Phone: (360) 695-2500
http://www.aha.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation | 397 | air transportation |
| Hospitality | 22 | hotel management |
| Cooking and Culinary Arts | 16 | chef training |
Number of programs and degrees for International Air Academy in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 397 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 38 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, International Air Academy had a total enrollment of 320 students (445 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 15% |
| Women | 85% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 42% |
| Black | 20% |
| Hispanic | 19% |
| Asian | 10% |
| American Indian | 3% |
| Unknown | 6% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 36% |
| 20-21 | 29% |
| 22-24 | 9% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 74 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 91% |
International Air Academy offers campus housing for 210 of its 445 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Vancouver, Washington for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Washington Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 421 | 418 | 99% | 200 | 48% |
| Men | 69 | 68 | 99% | 30 | 44% |
| Women | 352 | 350 | 99% | 170 | 49% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| 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 | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| Room charge | $ 1,750 |
Financial Aid:
International Air Academy participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2222900)
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets International Air Academy Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in transportation (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 13% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| Female % of student body (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 16% | |
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