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National Aviation Academy of Tampa Bay

Type 2 year, Private
Business Model For Profit
Campus locale Suburb: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Continuous
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 19 to 1
Students retention rate 79%
On-time graduation rate 71%

Located in Clearwater, Florida, National Aviation Academy of Tampa Bay is a private, for profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college operates on a continuous calendar system, providing flexibility in scheduling.

One of the notable aspects of National Aviation Academy of Tampa Bay is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

National Aviation Academy of Tampa Bay is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

National Aviation Academy of Tampa Bay boasts an impressive student retention rate of 79% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 85% and 67%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Council on Occupational Education
The most popular programs at National Aviation Academy of Tampa Bay are Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician, Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician. Below is the cost of attendance for these programs as well as the cost of attendance for similar schools that provide the same program.

Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician

Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician

Program Length 7 months
Tuition and Fees $19,350
Books and Supplies -
Total Cost $19,350

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 73 of freshman students at National Aviation Academy of Tampa Bay received on average $8,899 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$8,899
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 235 73% $6,920 $1,626,169
Other Federal Grant 235 73% $8,508 $1,999,424
State Grant/Scholarships 17 5% $5,408 $91,932
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 0 0% - -
Total Grant & Scholarships 235 73% $8,899 $2,091,356

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of National Aviation Academy of Tampa Bay students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of National Aviation Academy of Tampa Bay students is 71.4%. Female students graduated at a rate of 81.8%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 70.7%.

71.4%

  • asian 83.3% 10 students
  • African American 63.8% 30 students
  • white 74.6% 129 students
  • hispanic 67.4% 58 students
  • Mixed Race 75.0% 12 students

Service Offerings

National Aviation Academy of Tampa Bay provides the following additional services to its students
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

National Aviation Academy of Tampa Bay offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Occupational

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes

Veteran Services

  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization