- The Associate of Occupational Science in Aviation Maintenance Technology is designed to not only provide you with the proper knowledge and skill levels to excel in aviation maintenance but you will earn a degree. That degree may lead to job advancement in the future. This training provides you with the proper knowledge and skill levels required to pass the tests administered by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Aviation Maintenance Technical Engineer (AMTE) Program prepares students for the airframe and powerplant FAA license exam and additionally the avionics program for FCC licensing exam. Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) Program is designed to provide our students with the proper knowledge and skill levels to excel in their chosen career field as an AMT or as a service technician. This training prepares our students with the proper knowledge and skill levels required to pass the the test administered by the (FAA) to gain entry level employment in aviation and other maintenance fields as inspectors, installers, parts managers, equipment or service technicians. Avionics Technician Program � Provides students with the theory and knowledge needed to test, maintain and repair electrical and electronic systems used in aircraft navigation, communications and flight control systems and also prepares students for the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) licensing examination.
School Highlights
Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Norfolk serves 230 students (63% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 48%.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Private-state tuition: $17,997
- Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
- Minority enrollment: 59%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Norfolk ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Earnings
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Norfolk
(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
37 staff
129 staff
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Student Body
The student population of Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Norfolk has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Norfolk diversity score of 0.75 is more than the state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
230 students
2,063 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
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# Full-Time Students
146 students
843 students
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# Part-Time Students
84 students
1,220 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
320 students
232 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
146 students
802 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
101 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
84 students
1,243 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
20 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
476 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
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% Asian
5%
7%
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% Hispanic
6%
12%
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% Black
24%
20%
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% White
41%
52%
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% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
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% Two or more races
10%
4%
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% Non Resident races
3%
2%
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% Unknown races
7%
3%
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Diversity Score
0.75
0.67
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
83%
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)
$40,400
$29,600
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $17,997 is more than the state average of $15,590. The private state tuition has grown by 7% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$17,997
$15,590
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
88%
85%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$28,020
$10,500
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$5,500
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
71%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Norfolk cost?
Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Norfolk's private state tuition is approximately $17,997.
What is Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Norfolk's ranking?
Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Norfolk ranks among the top 20% of community college in Virginia for: Diversity in US community colleges, Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation) and Highest completion rates.
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