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Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Charlotte
Charlotte, North Carolina · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 7421 E. Independence Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28227 · Phone: (980) 785-0700 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Charlotte is a private for-profit trade school in Charlotte, NC offering aviation maintenance (A&P) and CNC/machining programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 70.0% completion rate versus a 47.8% state average, with median graduate debt of $29,773 and median earnings of $42,759 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; federal financial aid can be used here (Title IV), and about 52.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $50,970 | $76,980 | $93,670 |
| Machinists | $37,110 | $55,230 | $62,680 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in North Carolina (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 74 | $39,417 | $36,308 | $31,075 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | 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
Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Charlotte is a private for-profit trade school located in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their training. The campus's most-awarded programs are aviation maintenance (A&P) schools, with 74 completers, and CNC & machining programs, with 8 completers.
Federal data show a completion rate of 70.0%, which is above the state average of 47.8%. Graduates carry a median debt of $29,773, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,759. About 52.4% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus, set in a large-city locale, centers on a small number of concentrated trade programs rather than broad associate-degree offerings, which may suit students seeking focused, hands-on technical training such as adult learners or career changers looking to move into aviation maintenance or machining work; however, program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should confirm those specifics directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome figures independently, check the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers aviation maintenance (A&P) programs, with 74 recent completers, and CNC & machining programs, with 8 completers.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and about 52.4% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 70.0%, which is above the North Carolina state average of 47.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $29,773, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,759, 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 (980) 785-0700 or visit its website for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, meaning it is owned and operated for profit, which can affect tuition pricing and financial aid mix compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review official outcome data via the College Scorecard link at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?494764.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a small number of focused, hands-on trade programs (aviation maintenance and CNC/machining), which may appeal to career changers, though specific scheduling or adult-learner support details are not reported in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the campus by phone at (980) 785-0700 or through its website, https://aviationmaintenance.edu/campuses/charlotte-nc.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data does not include comparative rankings against other nearby schools; check the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across campuses.
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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.