- At Advanced Technology Institute, the diploma program offers training in the practical aspects of construction and repair of equipment and structures built with steel. In addition to structural skills, students will learn to weld pipe in multiple positions. Instruction is presented in both classroom and laboratory using modern welding equipment and tools. Students receive classroom and laboratory training using modern welding equipment and tools. Students gain hands on experience in a realistic shop setting where they must demonstrate specific proficiencies. Emphasis is placed on safety and standard procedures followed in ship yards and repair facilities.
School Highlights
Advanced Technology Institute serves 461 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 48%.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Private-state tuition: $13,250
- Acceptance Rate: 70%
- Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
- Minority enrollment: 53%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Advanced Technology Institute ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Earnings
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Advanced Technology Institute
(VA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
51 staff
129 staff
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School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Advanced Technology Institute has declined by 8% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has decreased from 10:1 over five years.
The Advanced Technology Institute diversity score of 0.65 is less than the state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
461 students
2,063 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
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# Full-Time Students
461 students
843 students
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# Part-Time Students
n/a
1,220 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
449 students
232 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
461 students
802 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
101 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
1,243 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
20 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
476 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
n/a
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% Asian
4%
7%
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% Hispanic
10%
12%
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% Black
34%
20%
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% White
47%
52%
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% Two or more races
3%
4%
![This chart displays the percentage of Two or more races students in Advanced Technology Institute and the percentage of Two or more races community college students in Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of Two or more races students in Advanced Technology Institute and the percentage of Two or more races community college students in Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.](http://images2.communitycollegereview.com/charts/enrollment_more_races/2000/1624/advanced-technology-institute-chart-bdJfYP2.png)
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
![This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Advanced Technology Institute. This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Advanced Technology Institute.](http://images2.communitycollegereview.com/charts/school_ethnicity/2000/1624/advanced-technology-institute-chart-bzD2DNm.png)
![This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Virginia. This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Virginia.](http://images2.communitycollegereview.com/charts/state_ethnicity_school/2000/1624/advanced-technology-institute-chart-8GKnkO.png)
Diversity Score
0.65
0.67
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
75%
38%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.39%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$38,800
$29,600
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $13,250 is less than the state average of $15,590. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$13,250
$15,590
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
81%
85%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$14,166
$10,500
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,629
$5,500
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Acceptance Rate
70%
71%
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Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Advanced Technology Institute cost?
Advanced Technology Institute's private state tuition is approximately $13,250.
What is the acceptance rate of Advanced Technology Institute?
The acceptance rate of Advanced Technology Institute is 70%, which is lower than the state average of 71%.
What is Advanced Technology Institute's ranking?
Advanced Technology Institute ranks among the top 20% of community college in Virginia for: Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation) and Highest completion rates.
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