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Students attend Pittsburgh Institute Of Aeronautics in West Mifflin, PA, a large suburb. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Pittsburgh Institute Of Aeronautics degrees go up to the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in transportation and engineering technician.
Pittsburgh Institute Of Aeronautics is selective and does not offer open admission. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
Pittsburgh Institute Of Aeronautics maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.
There are 289 students at the school (as of 2007). A very high share of students at Pittsburgh Institute Of Aeronautics are male.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"PIA is committed to the pursuit of high education that is both meaningful to the individual and valuable to society. The Institute believes that it serves the dual functions of providing its learners with opportunities, while furnishing the community with its most valuable resources, skilled men and women who possess the willingness to learn and the propensity to mature as contributing members of society.
To accomplish its objectives, PIA believes that school programs must: a0develop specific career-related skills, b0 broaden abilities in essential academic areas, and c0 form attitudinal traits compatible with career goals. In order to be effective, these studies must be dispensed through an appropriate collection of instructional techniques, each designed to best achieve its specific objective(s).
In reaching these goals, PIA accomplishes its purpose as a provider of career opportunities and fulfills its role as an institution of higher learning."
More complete details are provided below.
Pittsburgh Institute Of Aeronautics
5 Allegheny County Airport
West Mifflin, PA 15122
General Phone: (412) 346-2100
http://www.pia.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation | 321 | truck and bus driver |
| Engineering Technician | 57 | aerospace engineering tech |
| Mechanics And Repair | 12 | avionics maintenance, electrical maintenance and repair |
Number of programs and degrees for Pittsburgh Institute Of Aeronautics in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 321 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 69 | 3 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 0 | 1 |
In 2007, Pittsburgh Institute Of Aeronautics had a total enrollment of 289 students (289 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 98% |
| Women | 2% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 95% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 40% |
| 20-21 | 9% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 8% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 94 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of West Mifflin, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 178 | 178 | 100% | 178 | 100% |
| Men | 174 | 174 | 100% | 174 | 100% |
| Women | 4 | 4 | 100% | 4 | 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) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 11,382 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,382 |
| Books and supplies | $ 2,218 |
Financial Aid:
Pittsburgh Institute Of Aeronautics participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 531000)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 33 | 2 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 33 | $44,031 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 33 | $44,031 | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology/Technician
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology, Other
TRANSPORTATION
Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Pittsburgh Institute Of Aeronautics Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| % of degrees in transportation (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students On-campus library
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