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Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Chicago
Chicago, Illinois · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 3711 South Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609 · Phone: (201) 288-6300 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Chicago is a private for-profit trade school in Chicago, Illinois offering aviation maintenance (A&P) programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates carry a median debt of $31,301 and earn a median of $53,341 ten years after entry; the campus's own completion rate versus the Illinois state average of 58.4% is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for this campus; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 35.8% 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 | $46,460 | $81,680 | $126,500 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (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 | 3 | $41,628 | $36,914 | $29,334 |
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-Chicago is a private for-profit trade school located in Chicago, Illinois. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and federal financial aid (Title IV, including FAFSA and Pell Grants) can be used to attend. The campus concentrates on a single program family, aviation maintenance, with its top program being Aviation maintenance (A&P) schools.
Federal data show 333 undergraduate students enrolled, with 3 recorded trade completers. The state average completion rate in Illinois is 58.4%, though this campus's own completion rate and how it compares to that state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $31,301, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $53,341. About 35.8% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus centers on a single hands-on trade path — aviation maintenance — rather than a broad menu of programs, which may suit someone focused specifically on becoming an aviation mechanic rather than exploring multiple trades. Whether the program length or schedule fits an adult career-changer is not stated in the available data, so prospective students should contact the school directly. To verify accreditation status and review the most current federal outcomes data, check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this campus and confirm details directly with the school before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers one program family, aviation maintenance, with its top program being Aviation maintenance (A&P) schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), and its status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, meaning FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here. About 35.8% of enrolled students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The Illinois state average completion rate is 58.4%, but a direct comparison is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $31,301, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $53,341, per federal Scorecard data.
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 (201) 288-6300 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 typically means it operates for shareholder or owner profit rather than being state-funded or nonprofit; this can affect tuition pricing and institutional priorities.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data; contact the school directly to confirm scheduling and duration.
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 verified federal outcomes data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?497745.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program format or scheduling, so fit for adult career-changers is not reported; contact the school to ask about flexible or accelerated options.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the campus by phone at (201) 288-6300 or visit its website at https://aviationmaintenance.edu/campuses/chicago-il.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby aviation maintenance schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard to compare campuses directly.
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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.