International Students
Students across the globe have chosen Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics for their education. PIA’s focus on technology and aviation training allows individuals to pursue a technical education in industries offering opportunities for advancement and further education.PIA is authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students. International students who wish to attend PIA must comply with the following requirements:
- Certification of an acceptable grade on the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) written computer-based, or Internet-based exam, or verification of English language proficiency by educational transcripts. *
- Verification of financial ability to meet school and living expenses.
- Provide name of the student’s sponsor while attending PIA.
When each of these requirements has been satisfied, the prospective student must submit a completed admissions application and registration fee. PIA will then issue a SEVIS form I-20. Students at PIA may be approved for M-1 status.
*Acceptable TOEFL scores can be obtained by contacting PIA’s Office of Admissions.
The following links are helpful tools for international students who are interested in studying at PIA:
- http://educationusa.state.gov/ - Education USA, U.S. Department of State – Your guide to U.S. higher education
- http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-students.html - US Department of Education – Information for International Students and Professionals
