Today’s college students know that choosing a career field and college that will give them the training they need to enter the workforce is a smart choice. That’s why we are excited to share the benefits of a Vaughn College education. You will learn why students—and parents—are discovering how the value of a Vaughn degree leads to futureproof career opportunities in today’s most sought-after and in-demand industries. 

Benefits that make a difference

Earning a degree is so much more than attending class and taking exams. As most industries now require more specialized knowledge and skills, both students and parents are choosing Vaughn for these relevant benefits. First, check out how the numbers are stacked in favor of Vaughn students.

The proof is in the numbers

• High employment outcomes—Ninety-five percent (95%) of Vaughn graduates—78% in their field—are employed or continue their education within one year.* 
• Strong return on investment—Ranked in the top four percent (4%) of colleges with the highest return on investment for students from under-resourced communities.** 
• Small class sizes—Vaughn’s 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio allows for more individualized attention from faculty, most of whom also work in the fields they teach. 
• Vaughn College Named an Opportunity College and University by the New National Carnegie Classifications—This means that Vaughn can serve as a model for studying how campuses can foster opportunities for student success and are reflective of the communities they serve. Read the full report and Carnegie press release.
• Top-ranked in upward and social mobility—Vaughn was ranked number one in upward mobility nationwide in a study conducted by The Equality of Opportunity Project as reported by The New York Times and is also recognized as among the “Best Colleges for Social Mobility” by U.S. News & World Report.
• Financial support—More than ninety-three percent (93%) of Vaughn students receive financial aid, including grants and scholarships that do not require repayment. 
• The Vaughn Guarantee—If eligible students are not employed in their field one year after graduating, and they’re still conducting an active job search, Vaughn will provide tuition reimbursement for one year of the graduate’s federal Direct undergraduate student loan payments.***

What sets Vaughn College apart from other schools

Vaughn College has many qualities that other similar colleges simply don’t have.

• The only ABET-approved mechatronic engineering program in the Northeast—Vaughn is the only institution in the Northeast that has earned accreditation for its mechatronic engineering degree program by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET. This accreditation not only ensures a recognized standard of quality in engineering education but establishes the College as a distinctive choice for students in the region.
• Hands-on experience in cutting-edge labs and facilities—Vaughn’s state-of-the-art flight, air traffic control and engineering labs allow students to apply their skills in practical settings.
• Wide selection of clubs and teams—Students can experience the excitement and real-world skills of designing, building and competing through the uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs), robotics, mars rover and maintenance teams and joining the many student chapters of professional organizations such as the National Society of Leadership and Success, American Association of Airport Executives, the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers and many more. 
• Attend professional conferences/networking events courtesy of Vaughn’s Student Experience Fund—The College provides financial support for students to attend professional conferences, networking events and other job opportunity events through its Student Experience Fund. It is at these events where students meet industry leaders, make vital connections for future careers, and even land internships and jobs. 
• Industry partnerships—Vaughn has established corporate partnerships with a variety of airlines and engineering firms to enhance internship, employment and learning opportunities for students and graduates. 
• Location, location, location—Vaughn is located just minutes from Manhattan in Queens, New York, adjacent to LaGuardia Airport. A prime location for an aviation and aeronautics institution. 
• 90+ year history has earned Vaughn a reputation of excellence in the industries it serves—Founded in 1932 as the Casey Jones School of Aeronautics specializing in aircraft maintenance, the College has transformed into the thriving institution it is today, always maintaining the same vision: To change the world on student at a time with a transformative education that leads to a lifetime of opportunity. 

Are you looking for a college that offers futureproof career opportunities, innovation and support? Vaughn College checks off all the boxes—and then some! Our cutting-edge degree programs in engineering and technology, management and aviation can give you the tools you need to thrive in today’s most competitive industries. Apply today! 

 

*Outcomes include data within one year of graduation for graduates who reported via survey. There was a total of 361 reported graduates in 2023. 239 reported an outcome for a 66% response rate. The 2023 graduate class includes September 2022, December 2022 and May 2023 graduates. 

**Data from a study completed by Georgetown University’s Center on Education and the Workforce, “The Colleges Where Low-Income Students Get the Highest ROI”

***For eligible full-time students. Review The Vaughn Guarantee for details.