American International College
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. freshman retention is below 65%. financial aid brings net price below sticker.
About This School
American International College is a private nonprofit institution located in Springfield, Massachusetts with approximately 1,017 undergraduate students enrolled. American International College has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 100%. The average net price after financial aid is $23,274 per year. The graduation rate is 46%, and the typical graduate earns $50,000 within 10 years of enrollment.
American International College (AIC) is a private university in Springfield, Massachusetts.
The numbers tell a mixed story here — a 97% acceptance rate and $25,299 average net price make this an accessible, affordable option for students who need a realistic path to a degree, but the 42% graduation rate is a serious red flag worth discussing before enrolling. Only 68% of freshmen return for sophomore year, suggesting many students struggle to find their footing. Worth considering if you have a clear academic plan and strong support system, but go in with eyes open.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: -20% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,017 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
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