Our Vision
To change the world one student at a time with a transformational education that creates a lifetime of opportunity.
FAST FACTS
Vaughn By The Numbers
It takes a standard of excellence and a driven commitment to rank among the top colleges and universities in the country. At Vaughn College, we continue to raise the bar to provide a futureproof education to our students. Be part of an exceptional community and see how a Vaughn education can set you apart from the rest.
TOP COLLEGE FOR
SOCIAL MOBILITY
SOCIAL MOBILITY
TOP REGIONAL COLLEGE
IN THE NORTH
IN THE NORTH
1 of Only 4 ABET-approved mechatronic engineering programs in the US
14:1 Student-Faculty Small class sizes with individualized attention from faculty
More than 90% of students receive financial aid
RANKED #1 in upward mobility nationwide†
RANKED IN TOP 4% of colleges with highest ROI for students from under-resourced communities**
The Vaughn Guarantee Not employed within one year? Vaughn will Reimburse a year's worth of federal Direct student loan payments. ††
95% of Vaughn grads 78% in their field—are employed or continue their education within one year*
LOCATION
Location is everything, and ours couldn’t be better.
Just minutes from Manhattan, Vaughn College is in the heart of New York City in Queens, NY, adjacent to LaGuardia Airport. In 2017, Queens was named as one of New York’s most fascinating boroughs and has been ranked as the “number one” US travel destination and the nation’s single most diverse county.
Ethnicities
2024 NEW STUDENT DIVERSITY
14% ASIAN 19.5% BLACK/AFRICAN AMERICAN 38.5% HISPANIC/LATINO 1% AMERICAN INDIAN OR ALASKA NATIVE 16% RACE UNKNOWN 11% WHITE 0.5% NATIVE HAWAIIAN/OTHER PACIFIC ISLANDER
2024 ALL STUDENT DIVERSITY
1% AMERICAN INDIAN OR ALASKA NATIVE 15% ASIAN OR PACIFIC ISLANDER 19% BLACK/AFRICAN AMERICAN 2% NONRESIDENT ALIEN 33% HISPANIC/LATINO 16% RACE UNKNOWN 1% TWO OR MORE RACES 13% WHITE
Our Core Values
Academic Calendar
Academic Programs
- Master's, bachelor's and associate degree programs in:
- Engineering and Technology
- Management
- Aviation
- Certificate programs in:
- Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and Robotic Automation
- Supply Chain Management Certificate
- Aviation Maintenance (Airframe and Powerplant)
- Aircraft Dispatch Program
- Flight Certificates
- Airport Management
- Airline Management Certificate
- Safety Management Systems
- Air Traffic Control Program
- Computer-Aided Design for Additive and Subtractive Manufacturing
What else you should know
Clubs and Organizations
Vaughn College currently supports about 20 active clubs and organizations to encourage social interaction and to unite students with similar interests.
Simulator Complex
Our $1-million dollar flight simulator lab features a fleet of training devices and provides an exciting learning experience with our industry-trained faculty by your side.
VETERAN'S ADVANTAGE
Vaughn College provides excellent support and services to veterans, ranking the College as one of the “Best Regional Colleges for Veterans.” In fact, 14 percent of Vaughn’s student population are veterans.
2024 CLASS PROFILE
Total new student enrollment: 469 Average GPA: 81.25 (Vaughn is test optional)
2024 STUDENT BODY
Fall Enrollment: 1317 Student-to-faculty ratio: 14:1 (2024) Male: 87 percent Female: 13 percent
2024-2025 TUITION PER SEMESTER
Full-Time Academic Students: $14,455 per semester Part-Time Academic Students: $964 per credit Full-Time ATI Students: $10,245 per semester Part-Time ATI Students: $637 per credit
2023-2024 ROOM AND BOARD PER SEMESTER
Single suite: $6,750 Double in a four-person suite: $5,495 Meal plans:
Range from $600 (continuing students only) to $1,800
Residential hall freshmen automatically receive the $1,400 meal plan
Range from $600 (continuing students only) to $1,800
Residential hall freshmen automatically receive the $1,400 meal plan
Accreditations
Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, Phone: 267.284.5000. Please read our Statement of Accreditation Status.
The bachelor of science (BS) degree in aircraft operations and the bachelor of science (BS) degree in aeronautical sciences are accredited by the Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI) (www.aabi.aero/about-aabi/).
The associate in applied science (AAS) degree in electronic engineering technology, the associate in applied science (AAS) degree in aeronautical engineering technology and the bachelor of science (BS) degree in electronic engineering technology, as well as the bachelor of science (BS) degree in mechanical engineering technology are accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) of ABET (www.abet.org). The mechatronic engineering (BS) degree is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET (www.abet.org).This board is a specialized accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Commission on Higher Education Accreditation.
The Department of Management at Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) located at 11960 Quivira Road in Overland Park, Kansas, USA. For a list of accredited programs please view our IACBE member status page.