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Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics

Type 2 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale Suburb: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Quarter
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 15 to 1
Students retention rate 61%
On-time graduation rate 67%

Located in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees. Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics operates on a quarter-based calendar system, dividing the academic year into four terms.

One of the notable aspects of Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics 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.

Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, 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.

The retention rate of students at Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics is 61% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Pennsylvania is 75%, while the national average is 69%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges

In-State Tuition & Fees

$16,650

Cost of attendance at Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics in 2022 for students from Pennsylvania.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 2 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Pennsylvania's average $13,083
National average $15,442

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$16,650

Cost of attendance at Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 2 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Pennsylvania's average $21,410
National average $15,598

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 53 of freshman students at Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics received on average $5,721 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.

$5,721
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 63 44% $5,075 $319,740
Other Federal Grant 69 49% $4,801 $331,240
State Grant/Scholarships 35 25% $2,796 $97,852
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 0 0% - -
Total Grant & Scholarships 75 53% $5,721 $429,092

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics 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 Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics students is 66.7%. Female students graduated at a rate of 83.3%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 65.2%.

66.7%

  • asian 40.0% 2 students
  • white 70.2% 85 students
  • hispanic 100.0% 3 students
  • Mixed Race 60.0% 3 students

Service Offerings

Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational

Veteran Services

  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Credit for military training