Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Charlotte
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students from lower-income families. median debt is moderately high; earnings-to-debt ratio is tight. 52% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Charlotte is a private for-profit institution located in Charlotte, North Carolina with approximately 344 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $25,733 per year. The graduation rate is 56%, and the typical graduate earns $38,300 within 10 years of enrollment.
This school is a strong fit for students who are serious about entering aviation maintenance as a career and want a focused, hands-on training environment rather than a traditional college experience. The program is purpose-built for FAA certification, and Charlotte's proximity to a major aviation hub can genuinely help with job placement after graduation. That said, the numbers here deserve careful attention: the graduation rate is only 56%, meaning nearly half of students who start don't finish, and median earnings 10 years out sit at $38,300 — which makes the $29,773 median debt load feel tight, especially when you factor in the $25,733 annual net price. Before committing, I'd strongly encourage visiting the campus, talking to recent graduates about their job search experience, and asking the financial aid office for a clear, personalized breakdown of total costs. If your student is disciplined, mechanically inclined, and has a specific plan to complete the program and enter the workforce quickly, this can work — but go in with eyes open, not on faith alone.
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Will This School Pay Off?
Worth scrutinizing. Median earnings relative to debt are tight.
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 (344 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Charlotte
7421 E. Independence Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 28227-9403
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Charlotte cost?
The average net price at Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Charlotte is about $25,733 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.
What is the graduation rate at Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Charlotte?
Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Charlotte has a graduation rate of 56%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
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.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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