C+
Above Average
Score: 55/100
Overall (traditional)
B+
Outcome Rating
80/100 · earnings-weighted

Advanced Technology Institute

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Virginia Beach, Virginia 23462
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 (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 73%
Outcomes
B
73/100
Affordability
C
49/100
Resources
C+
56/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
D
37/100

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

377
Total Enrollment
73%
Graduation Rate
81%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
61%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Advanced Technology Institute, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$46,342
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$41,870
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$14,873
Median debt at graduation
78.6%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
37.4%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 32% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 83rd percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (VA wage index 1.21). 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 Advanced Technology Institute

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
Precision Metal Working$43,656$56,751+17%#52 of 365#150$12,000
Ground Transportation$40,332$55,424+6%#26 of 103#67—
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)$38,761$44,428-8%#157 of 226#201$15,806
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians$38,942$41,845-19%#258 of 319#295$12,000

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

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  • Avg home value near campus: $328,827
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,038/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 23523 (6.9% cap, Norfolk)

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🏆 Where Advanced Technology Institute Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#6
Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician
of 28 schools
#14
Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $13,848 $13,848

Financial Aid

71%
Receive Any Aid
35%
Receive Pell Grants
32%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

377
Total Students
10%
Women
56%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 44%
Hispanic 13%
Black 33%
Asian 2%
Two or More 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 56%
25-64 (Adult) 44%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Advanced Technology Institute?
Advanced Technology Institute has an acceptance rate of 61%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Advanced Technology Institute?
Tuition at Advanced Technology Institute is $13,848 for in-state students and $13,848 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Advanced Technology Institute?
The graduation rate at Advanced Technology Institute is 73%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Advanced Technology Institute a good school?
Advanced Technology Institute has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Advanced Technology Institute?
Advanced Technology Institute has a total enrollment of 377 students.

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