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North Central Institute
Clarksville, Tennessee · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 168 Jack Miller Blvd, Clarksville, TN 37042 · Phone: (931) 431-9700 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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North Central Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Clarksville, Tennessee offering aviation maintenance (A&P) programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
North Central Institute reports a 100.0% completion rate, above the Tennessee state average of 64.3%, and median earnings of $55,027 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at North Central Institute is $22,107, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV programs, and about 15.8% 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 | $52,900 | $81,040 | $95,140 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Tennessee (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, under 300 hours | 41 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | 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
North Central Institute is a private for-profit trade school located in Clarksville, Tennessee. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and grants to help pay for enrollment. The campus is best known for its aviation maintenance (A&P) programs, which account for the majority of its 82 recorded program completions across four program families.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 100.0%, which is above the Tennessee state average of 64.3%. Median earnings for graduates ten years after entry are reported at $55,027. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,107. About 15.8% of students receive Pell Grants, a rough indicator of the share of lower-income students enrolled. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given its concentration in aviation maintenance training, this campus is likely most relevant to students seeking hands-on, technical instruction leading toward FAA-related certification rather than a traditional multi-year degree path; however, specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm scheduling directly with the school. Prospective students, including career changers, should verify current accreditation status through the Council on Occupational Education and review the latest completion, cost, and earnings figures on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
North Central Institute offers programs across four program families, with aviation maintenance (A&P) schools being the most prominent, accounting for 82 recorded completions.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, North Central Institute is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation 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 programs, so students may use FAFSA-based aid including federal loans and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 100.0%, which is above the Tennessee state average of 64.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $55,027 per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $22,107.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
North Central Institute is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (931) 431-9700 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review outcome data directly on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?418889.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program formats or schedules for adult learners, so this fit cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; prospective students should contact the school to ask about scheduling options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for details relevant to aviation maintenance credentials.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach North Central Institute by phone at (931) 431-9700 or visit its website at https://www.nci.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 for this campus in federal data; the College Scorecard can be used to look up nearby institutions for comparison.
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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.