American International College

1000 State Street, Springfield, MA 01109

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American International College School Description

The American International College is a private, coeducational, four-year comprehensive institution located in the geographic center of Springfield, Massachusetts. We are interracial, interfaith, and international. Liberal arts serves as the core in all our academic offerings. The college is organized into schools of Arts, Education and Sciences, Business Administration, Health Sciences (Nursing, Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy), and Continuing/Extended Studies.

The mission of AIC is to prepare students for personal fulfillment, professional achievement, and civic engagement through educational experiences that transform lives. Academic programs founded on the knowledge, skills, and values of the liberal arts engage students in theory and emphasize applied learning, while preparing them for the challenges and opportunities presented in the global environment. Committed to the intrinsic worth of each individual, AIC prepares students for life.

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American International College

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American International College is a private, co-educational liberal-arts college located in the Mason Square neighborhood of Springfield, Massachusetts. The college offers undergraduate and graduate programs, including doctorate degrees in education and physical therapy. There are four schools headed by deans that comprise Academic Affairs which is headed by a Vice President: Arts, Education & Sciences; Business Administration; Health Sciences; and Continuing & Extended Studies.

History

American International College was originally established on July 18, 1885 as the French Protestant College by Rev. Calvin E. Amaron, who sought to create an institution of higher learning that would provide the local French Protestant minority with access to higher education. Over the years the college expanded its admissions program to include women in 1892 and other minorities, who were not of French origin and emigrated to Western Massachusetts from other parts of Europe and Canada. Today, the college is a thriving multi-cultural institution of higher learning which continues to emphasize its commitment to the local community. A lot of hockey players who reside in the Hartford area elect to enroll in the school and just "make the commute from home."

Presidents of American International College

Athletics

AIC competes the Division II level in the NCAA and is a member of The Northeast-10 conference.

Notable Alumni

  • Richard Neal: Member of the United States Congress, (served 1989 - present).
  • Jim Calhoun: Hall of Fame basketball coach, first at Northeastern University and then UConn, (coached 1972 - present).
  • Mario Elie: former NBA guard, (played 1990 - 2001) and assistant coach.
  • Mike Gravel: former Alaska Senator, (served 1969 - 1981) and presidential candidate.
  • Christopher J. Donelan: Member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives, (served 2002 - present).
  • Dae Gak: Zen master at Furnace Mountain in Clay City, Kentucky.
  • Bruce Laird (football player): former NFL safety for the Baltimore Colts, (played 1972 - 1981).

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Northeast
Setting:
Mid-size City Setting
Type:
Private
Size:
Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)
Mascot:
Yellow Jackets

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
1,398
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
98%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$22,500
Students Receiving Aid:
85%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$25 25
Selectivity:
Selective
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American International College Degree Programs

Associates Degree Programs

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Bachelors Degree Programs

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Masters Degree Programs

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Certificate Programs

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American International College Students & Campus Life

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 98%
Part-Time 2%
Men vs. Women
Women 50%
Men 50%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 55%
African-American 21%
Other 15%
Hispanic 7%
Asian 2%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
Out-of-State 52%
In-State 48%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Massachusetts 48%
Connecticut 18%
New York 9%
New Jersey 7%
Rhode Island 3%
Percent of Students International: 0%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 51%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: No

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NCAA
Sports Include: Football (Northeast 10 Conference)
Basketball (Northeast 10 Conference)
Baseball (Northeast 10 Conference)
Track (Northeast 10 Conference)

American International College Expenses (Tuition & Fees)

Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) Expenses  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 22,500    
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
$ 3,870 38%  
State and Local Grants:
$ 1,846 30%  
Institutional Grants:
$ 7,773 85%  
Student Loans:
$ 6,737 83%  
Any Aid:
  85%  

American International College Admissions

Acceptance Rate: 80% (Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 94%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 430, Math: 440
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 560, Math: 570
ACT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting ACT Scores: 2%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Composite: 17, Verbal: 16, Math: 16
Top 75th Percentile: Composite: 21, Verbal: 20, Math: 21

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $25.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Recommended
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Recommended
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Recommended
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Required
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

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Question: Should I go to American International College?

o my god this is such a tough decision someone give me some feedback on this college!!!! most of my friends say that this college sucks but i dont know if their speaking out of ignorence. does this school suck or should i give it a chance???
17 months ago

Best Answer

AIC is a regionally accredited college established in 1885. It has a long history of granting degrees that are worth as much as any other legitimate degree. I can't speak for their sales tactics, and that is for you to determine whether that is an issue or not. You might want to ask your friends why they say that it sucks. They should be able to support their opinion with facts, otherwise, don't listen to them.

Question: American International College or SpringField College?

ok heres the deal i am going to be a transfer from a regual private callege and a jr college at frist i want to go to springfireld college ma but was rejected due to a low gpa so i went to jr college for a semester but i have also looked at american international college also in springfield mass. i am a physical education major something sprigfield college has but i have also been considering going into sports managment im wondering on what should i do for the future and what should be the good fit i have credits for both majors
20 months ago

Best Answer

Both American International College and Springfield College have accreditation so it would be all right for you to attend either of these institutions. As to a choice of majors between sports management and physical education, that depends on your interests and abilities and only you can make that decision. My advice to you is to make an appointment with an academic adviser in the areas of your interest at each college and have a chat with them. s

Question: is american international college in springfield mass haunted?

please tell me where and what happened to make it haunted
22 months ago

Best Answer

Who said that??? I graduated in 2005 and never heard that..... sorry buddy

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