International Students

International students from across the globe have chosen Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics (PIA) to complete their aviation technician training. PIA is authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students to all PIA campuses.

The training at PIA provides international students with hands-on learning through projects that mirror the work students will complete as aviation technicians. Qualified faculty present thorough instruction as they blend their practical experience with new information and techniques.

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENT
ADMISSIONS REPRESENTATIVE

Shane Neugebauer
SEVIS Designated School Official (DSO)

Shane Neugebauer
SEVIS Designated School Official (DSO)

UNDERSTANDING YOUR AVIATION TRAINING

Aviation technicians are in high demand due to the industry shortage caused by current technicians reaching retirement age and less people pursuing careers in technical trade. Those positions need to be filled by well trained, safety focused aviation technicians.

Technological advancements continue to create more opportunity within the aviation industry. The projected growth for aviation technician positions is 11% by 2030, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

No previous training or experience is required for you to find your purpose at PIA. Review our admission requirements to learn more.

The training at PIA emphasizes hands-on learning through projects that mirror the work students may complete as aviation technicians.

Skilled faculty present thorough instruction as they blend their practical experience with new information and techniques.

The length of your aviation technician training depends on your program of choice and training location. PIA’s mission is to provide high quality training in a short amount of time. Click here to view our training options and locations.

The cost of your aviation technician training depends on your program of choice and training location. Click here to view our training options and locations.

Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Review our financial aid page for more details.

Aviation technicians have dynamic opportunities which include commercial aviation, medical transport, military, space and much more. An aviation technician is essential to every flight. As an aviation technician, you will be part of a team of technicians who make the aircraft safe for passengers and crew.

Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics (PIA) graduates have found exciting careers that allow them to work with their hands and solve problems every day. Are you ready to find your purpose at PIA?

Important Information for
international students

PIA’s current visa certificate eligibility is for F-1 Visa’s at the Pittsburgh – Main Campus ONLY and M-1 Visa’s for each of our branch campuses. Helpful information about these visa can be located here.

In order to obtain a student Visa you will be required to provide the following documents:

  • PIA Admissions Application.
  • Official copy of your High School Diploma, Transcript, or Matriculation. An evaluation (and if the document is not in the English language, a translation) must be completed from any of the companies at this website: https://www.naces.org/members
  • Proof of English competency from education transcripts or completion of a TOEFL or IELTS if English is not your primary language.*
  • Proof of funds for cost of attendance, including housing/living expenses, for the first academic year (9 months) of your program (Approx. $35,000) and provide proof of being able to secure funds for the remainder.
  • Copy of passport ID.
  • $150.00 Registration Fee (Required after the application and supporting documentation is reviewed and an I-20 is ready to be issued.)

*Acceptable TOEFL and IELTS scores can be found in the Foreign Student Information section of any campus Handbook/Catalog.

For detailed cost information (excluding living expenses) please refer to the Tuition section for the campus you are researching. Tuition and fees are the same for In-state, Out-of-state, and International Students.

Students requiring evaluations of their high school diploma, transcript, or matriculation documents may use any NACES member they like to conduct their evaluation. PIA has worked directly with NACES member SpanTran to offer a simple evaluation tool.

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

Paying for Your Training
YOUR AVIATION TECHNICIAN TRAINING STARTS HERE!

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Additional Student Information

PIA provides a list of properties that have been used by PIA students in the past as well as several new listings. You can access the housing list for each campus below:

Pittsburgh
Hagerstown
Myrtle Beach
Youngstown

PIA provides access to a counseling service that is free to all students: Washington EAP Services. To discover the resources available, contact the service directly by calling 1-800-EAP-LINK (1-800-327-5465) or visit their website. These services are available at every branch of PIA.

Once you are enrolled at PIA (or afterward upon request), you can give PIA written permission for a third party to inquire about your academic progress and attendance. This written permission is necessary due to the regulations under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).