D
Below Average
Score: 43/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
41/100 · earnings-weighted

American Institute-West Hartford

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 West Hartford, Connecticut 06110
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 56%
Outcomes
C+
63/100
Affordability
D
41/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
F
26/100
Prestige
F
21/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

396
Total Enrollment
56%
Graduation Rate
75%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at American Institute-West Hartford, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$28,710
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$25,543
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$11,979
Median debt at graduation
56.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
66.6%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 42% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 25th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (CT wage index 1.23). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at American Institute-West Hartford

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$51,318$68,424+19%#70 of 290#114$25,000
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management—$39,142-26%#48 of 54#48—
Health and Medical Administrative Services$31,463$37,928+7%#186 of 496#339$12,242
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions$25,355$37,077+10%#93 of 332#211$11,391
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$24,139$36,070+5%#270 of 637#478$12,149
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services$22,347$32,277-1%#57 of 104#79$7,600
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services$18,889$30,367+2%#83 of 199#133$7,917

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The American Institute-West Hartford Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $369,347
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,046/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 06105 (10.9% cap, Hartford)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
83%
Receive Pell Grants
99%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

396
Total Students
92%
Women
55%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 19%
Hispanic 35%
Black 20%
Asian 11%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 24%
Hybrid (Some Online) 76%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 55%
25-64 (Adult) 44%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at American Institute-West Hartford?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend American Institute-West Hartford?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at American Institute-West Hartford?
The graduation rate at American Institute-West Hartford is 56%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is American Institute-West Hartford a good school?
American Institute-West Hartford has a Repit College Score of 43/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend American Institute-West Hartford?
American Institute-West Hartford has a total enrollment of 396 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology