Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology
About Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Vaughn College sits at the edge of LaGuardia Airport in Queens and teaches aviation: air transportation, aircraft maintenance and mechanical and electrical engineering. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, admits every qualified applicant, and many of its graduates go straight into the airline and aerospace industry around it.
Founded
1932
Location
Flushing, New York
Students
1,315
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
39.2%
Below national average
Tuition
$29,810
Per year
Avg Net Price
$39,986
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$64,973
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$40
Early
March 1
Regular
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
39.2% complete their degree within six years
Retention
83.9%
4-Year Grad
29%
6-Year Grad
45%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$13.4K
Class Size
Medium
The 29% graduation rate is below average, but 83.9% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$29,810
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,900
Books & Supplies
$1,900
Total Cost of Attendance
$47,346
After Financial Aid
$39,986
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$38,079
Receive Grants
49.7%
Take Loans
46.5%
The total cost of attendance runs about $47,346/yr, including $13,900 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $39,986.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology fund their education.
While in School
49.7%
Get Grants
Free money
46.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,529
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$21,125
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$224/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $21,125 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology.
Gender
14%
Female
86%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,302
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
13
Graduates
47.1%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
24%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 86% of the student body. 47.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,302
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology fields 4 varsity teams with 62 student athletes, about 5% of the student body.
Division
USCAA
United States Collegiate Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
62
5% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
89% / 11%
55
Men
7
Women
4
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technologyearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$64,973
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Air Transportation
$33K
59 grads
1yr Earnings
Mechanical Engineering
$74K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians
$52K
23 grads
1yr Earnings
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
—
10 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
—
2 grads
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering
—
1 grads
Earnings grow steadily here: $49K at six years, $58K at eight, and $65K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology
How much does Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology cost?▾
What is the graduation rate at Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology?▾
How much do Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology graduates earn?▾
Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.