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Advanced Technology Institute
Virginia Beach, Virginia · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 5700 Southern Blvd Ste 100, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 · Phone: (757) 490-1241 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Advanced Technology Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Virginia Beach, Virginia, offering CDL/truck driving, auto mechanic, and welding programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Advanced Technology Institute has a 78.6% completion rate versus a 57.1% state average, with median graduate debt of $14,873 and median earnings of $46,342 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Advanced Technology Institute; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 37.4% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $38,180 | $56,860 | $63,200 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $36,540 | $59,330 | $76,540 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $42,520 | $59,180 | $65,400 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $39,760 | $59,730 | $73,440 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Virginia (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, under 300 hours | 165 | $36,942 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 41 | $29,092 | $31,236 | $12,000 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 39 | $35,643 | $30,554 | $12,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 24 | $29,092 | $31,236 | $12,000 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | $27,767 | $29,250 | $15,806 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 12 | not reported | $32,925 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 11 | $42,088 | $28,236 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 9 | $26,886 | $37,306 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 8 | $26,886 | $37,306 | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Advanced Technology Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Virginia Beach, Virginia. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV eligible). The campus awards the most credentials in CDL and truck driving training, auto mechanic programs, and welding, among nine program families offered overall, including HVAC.
Of the roughly 415 undergraduates enrolled, 328 are counted as trade completers. The completion rate is 78.6%, above the Virginia state average of 57.1%. Graduates carry a median debt of $14,873, and median earnings ten years after entry are $46,342. About 37.4% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This school may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on trade programs rather than multi-year degrees, particularly those pursuing driving, automotive, or welding careers; program length details are not reported here, so applicants should confirm schedules directly with the school. Career changers considering a short-format technical program may want to review the program list above and verify current details. To confirm accreditation status and see the full federal outcomes record, check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard or contact the school directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Advanced Technology Institute offers nine program families, with the most completers in CDL/truck driving, auto mechanic schools, and welding schools, plus HVAC training.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school is Title IV eligible, meaning students can use federal financial aid, and about 37.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 78.6%, which is above the Virginia state average of 57.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $14,873, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $46,342, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (757) 490-1241 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and financial aid terms compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm schedules for specific programs.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through ACCSC and review federal outcomes data at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?231411).
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not directly assess career-changer fit, but the school's focus on short-format trade programs like CDL, auto mechanic, and welding training may appeal to those seeking hands-on training over multi-year degrees.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Advanced Technology Institute at (757) 490-1241 or visit https://www.auto.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported here; consult the College Scorecard to compare outcomes across institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.