Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Norfolk

2329 E. Little Creek Road
Norfolk, VA 23518
Top Ranked (2024-25): View Rankings
  • 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 224 students (68% 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 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the state average of 93%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 224 students
  • Private-state tuition: $17,997
  • Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
  • Minority enrollment: 91%
  • 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
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 0.71 is equal to the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has declined by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
224 students
1,544 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
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# Full-Time Students
153 students
599 students
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# Part-Time Students
71 students
945 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
320 students
232 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
153 students
471 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
89 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
71 students
945 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
40 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
476 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
7%
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% Asian
36%
19%
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% Hispanic
1%
1%
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% Black
10%
13%
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% White
9%
7%
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% Hawaiian
38%
48%
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% Two or more races
3%
4%
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% Non Resident races
1%
n/a
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% Unknown races
n/a
1%
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Diversity Score
0.71
0.71
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.5745%
0.4069%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.3478%
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
90%
78%
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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
59%
Source: 2023 (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 and Highest completion rates.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 224 students
  • Private-state tuition: $17,997
  • Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
  • Minority enrollment: 91%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

For Virginia public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,748 per year for in-state students and $8,977 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $15,590 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Virginia is 63%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Virginia community colleges have a diversity score of 0.71, which is lower than the national average of 0.75. The most diverse community college in Virginia is Columbia College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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