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Vaughn College
Programs and Degrees
Master of Science Degree
Airport Management
Innovative.
Global. Visionary.
Tech-savvy.
Bachelor of Science Degrees
Aircraft Operations (Flight)
Airline Management
To succeed in the 21st century, you need to think big, communicate across
Thinking Above & Beyond
Airport Management
disciplines, integrate technology with people and expect exceptional results.
Aviation Maintenance
That’s Thinking Above and Beyond—and that’s a Vaughn College education.
Aviation Maintenance Management
As one of the only institutions in New York offering a new degree in mechatronic
engineering, Vaughn College sees the horizon and prepares you for future success.
Electronic Engineering Technology: Avionics
Electronic Engineering Technology: General Electronics
Engineering: Mechatronics
What you learn in Vaughn’s classrooms and laboratories gets you into the field when
General Management
you land your first internship. By the time you’re ready to graduate, the challenge of
Mechanical Engineering Technology: Aeronautical
our rigorous academic programs has prepared you to be your best, to absorb and
apply solid critical-thinking skills and to put your knowledge to work right away.
Thinking Above & Beyond isn’t about having your head in the clouds.
Mechanical Engineering Technology:
Computer-Aided Design
It’s about exploring new ideas, new knowledge and new technology.
Associate in Applied Science Degrees
It’s about expanding your comfort zone by getting your nose out of a
Aeronautical Engineering Technology: Pre-Engineering
textbook and into the real world. Whether you’re studying engineering,
Aircraft Operations (Flight)
technology, management or aviation, Vaughn will provide you with
Airport Management
hands-on learning opportunities—alongside professors who have
actually been where you want to go. Vaughn College will prepare you for
a life that takes you above and beyond the ordinary. It’s what we’ve done
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Animation and Digital Technologies
Aviation Maintenance
Electronic Engineering Technology: Avionics
since 1932.
Associate in Occupational Studies
Airframe and Powerplant Technology
Non-Degree Programs
Air Traffic Control FAA Collegiate Training Initiative
The view of Manhattan from the Observation Tower at Vaughn College
Aircraft Dispatch
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Your career adventure starts strong with a degree from
Vaughn College: more than 93 percent of Vaughn College graduates are employed within six
months of graduation. Look across the horizon and you’ll see compelling possibilities at well-
Adventures
on the Horizon
known organizations, such as Lockheed Martin, Panasonic Avionics, jetBlue Airways, the Port
Authority of New York and New Jersey, American Airlines, Boeing and Honeywell.
With a degree from Vaughn, you may find yourself with some of the most amazing career titles:
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electrical engineer at Pratt & Whitney, building power plants in China
mechanical engineer, designing computer hardware for IBM or developing structural
designs at Northrop Grumman
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flight coordinator for FedEx
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general manager of an international airport or industry-leading business
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computer graphic designer for NBC or Time Warner Cable
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an entrepreneur in your own great-idea company
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professional pilot with a major airline
Wherever you go from Vaughn, your trajectory is UP.
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Sandip Kaur, Class of ’10
Bachelor of Science in Airport Management
Certificate, Air Traffic Control
Framingham, Massachusetts
Sandip Kaur knew she made the right decision in choosing Vaughn College when she landed a job at
American Airlines during her third semester. “All the classes I took related to my work—and my work also
helped me to learn and better understand my classes,” she says. Sandip is working with American Airlines
at JFK as a dangerous goods compliance coordinator. “It feels great to learn a little bit every day about this
great industry,” she says of her work experience. She feels as if her Vaughn education has prepared her
well for her future. She is interested in being a high-level manager at a major airline and is also interested
in being an air traffic controller. “The knowledge I have gained by attending Vaughn College is very
specific toward the airline industry. The professors are extremely intelligent and have very diverse career
backgrounds. Because they have worked—or are still working—in the industry, I can get their input and
feedback concerning the work environment. If I have any questions, they are always there to help me.”
Vaughn College academic programs provide a
solid career foundation. Core courses include
such subjects as English, calculus, physics,
French, economics, American government,
history, ethics, global civilization, American
literature, sociology, psychology, Spanish,
world literature, technology and culture, public
speaking, technical writing and critical thinking.
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Jose Bonifaz, Class of ’09
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology
Kew Gardens, New York
Vaughn Athletics: The Sky’s the Limit
Vaughn College’s men’s basketball team, the Warriors, compete in the Hudson Valley Men’s Athletic Conference, made up
of four-year colleges in the metropolitan region. We have expanded our athletics program in the Conference to include
Jose Bonifaz chose Vaughn College because he wanted
men’s soccer and women’s tennis. The tennis team practices at the United States Tennis Association while the soccer team
a great program that was dedicated to engineering
practices at Flushing Meadows, the largest park in Queens. As we grow our athletics program, we know the sky is truly the
and technology. What he discovered at Vaughn was
limit. On the horizon: track and field—and full National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III status for all of our teams.
that he would be able to apply the knowledge he
gained through his studies to participate in collegelevel competition, such as the VEX Robotics World
Championship in Texas, and to publish and present
William Farrell, Class of ’10
papers at conferences. For example, he traveled with
Bachelor of Science in Aircraft Operations
Bayville, New York
a Vaughn professor and three other students to San
Cristóbal, Venezuela, to present his paper Mechatronics
in the Evolution of Our Agriculture at the Latin
William Farrell figured that Vaughn College’s
American and Caribbean Conference for Engineering
location across from LaGuardia Airport meant
and Technology.
the College had strong ties to the aviation field.
It wasn’t until he visited Vaughn, though, that
Those types of experiences make it easy for Jose
he realized how deep those connections truly
to recommend Vaughn College to others. “Vaughn
were—and how he would benefit from them.
has a friendly, accepting atmosphere,” he says. “The
“The students and faculty are very hospitable.
curriculum is outstanding. I enjoyed all of the activities
The classes are small. The overall experience of
and school clubs, like robotics and leadership.”
attending this school is priceless. I know I will stay in touch with the many friends I have made here.”
He especially appreciates the one-on-one contact he
A huge benefit are the professors who are actively involved in the aviation industry. “They can share an insider’s
had with his professors. “If I ever needed help with
perspective with students about the careers they wish to pursue,” he says. Farrell, who is considering a career as
anything, or just wanted to talk, I was confident that my
a helicopter pilot, says he especially enjoyed hearing the stories from his professors who were chopper pilots.
professors would be available whenever I needed them.”
His dream was further shaped by a field trip to the Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, a world leader in military and
commercial helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft, as well as the rotorcraft technology course offered at Vaughn.
Now that he has graduated, Jose says he looks back
on Vaughn favorably. “Vaughn provided me with an
Farrell feels Vaughn has prepared him for his next step—graduate school and his future career in aviation.
unforgettable college experience, making new friends
and networking. It gave me the knowledge and
opportunities I need to succeed in the real world.”
He is excited for the students coming after him who will benefit from the many upgrades at Vaughn, from
Dedicated to Succeed
the new flight simulator complex and the residence hall to the new engineering equipment. “The features
that the new simulators offer are great assets to Vaughn’s aircraft operations program,” he says. “The
instrumentation is beneficial to students because they are very similar to what a contemporary commercial
pilot sees in the cockpit.”
Real-world expertise. Real-world experience. Real-world impact.
Vaughn College faculty members know the right stuff—and their goal is your success. Not only will you learn
from masters in academic specialties, you will benefit from their up-to-date professional and industry contacts
when you’re ready to seek an internship or employment.
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Faculty:
Grounded in Reality
Dr. Hossein Rahemi with
Vaughn’s cutting-edge
three-dimensional rapid
prototype machine where
students can produce a
model of their designs.
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Hossein Rahemi, PhD,
chair of the engineering and
technology department,
has assisted many students
through their degree
projects—from development
through technical writing. Dr.
Rahemi is also instrumental in
Vaughn students participating
in the VEX Robotics World
Championship, the Latin
American and Caribbean
Conference for Engineering
and Technology (LACCEI)
and the American Society for
Engineering Education (ASEE)
Conference. His most recent
book is Engineering Analysis—A
Finite Difference and Finite
Element Numerical Approach
with MATLAB Programming. He
received his PhD from Virginia
Polytechnic Institute and State
University.
Maxine Lubner, PhD,
professor in the management
department at Vaughn, has
published or presented about
40 peer-reviewed papers in
the areas of human factors,
international aviation safety
and aviation education. She
also volunteers for several
professional organizations,
including Women in Aviation,
Aircraft Owners and Pilots
Association (AOPA) and
the Aerospace Medical
Association. She holds degrees
from the University of Cape
Town, South Africa, and
her PhD is from Columbia
University.
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Naveen Seth, PhD, chair of
the management department,
highlights his interest in the
impact of globalization. Seth
correlates the “real” world to
the textbook and classroom,
noting that during the Chinese
president’s visit to the United
States in April 2006, his first
stop in this country was at the
office of Bill Gates, Microsoft
Corporation’s founder; his
second stop was a meeting with
the US president. He earned a
PhD from New York University.
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Raymond Addabbo, PhD,
professor in the arts and
sciences department, is
collaborating on a book,
Numerical Analysis, which
demonstrates how the
program MATLAB® can be
used to solve engineering
statics problems. He holds a
PhD from Rutgers University.
Paul LaVergne, PhD, chair
of the arts and sciences
department at Vaughn,
combines his love of music
and computer science by
co-teaching a course with Dr.
Raymond Addabbo that helps
students appreciate the
challenges as well as the
opportunities created by
technology. His PhD is from
Stony Brook University.
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Dr. Paul LaVergne believes in integrating
a variety of disciplines and interests into
the Vaughn learning experience
Vaughn College is committed to providing you with a distinctive—and fulfilling—academic
experience. That’s why we’re always on the lookout for new and better ways to enhance your
learning—initiatives aimed at promoting your success in the classroom and in the world—such as:
Collaborative Spirit
Collaboration happens naturally at Vaughn College—between students, between students
and faculty, and between faculty. That collaborative spirit is especially evident in our Learning
Communities. We’ve linked courses—mathematics and engineering, physics and history, and
math and English—which are then team taught by our faculty, exposing you to more viewpoints,
increasing your critical thinking skills and helping you to view principles in more connected and
engaging ways.
Supportive Environment
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Let’s face it—subjects like math and science can be particularly challenging. At Vaughn, you will
have the support you need to be successful. In fact, the person sitting next to you in class might
very well be a student who’s already passed that class with flying colors—and is there to help
you succeed by reviewing materials outside of class and helping you work on problems. This
approach has been shown to help strengthen your understanding of course materials, develop
effective study skills and improve your preparation for exams.
Creative Connections
Sometimes it can be difficult to see how your learning
experiences relate. How does this course connect with
Inspiring
Academic Experience
this community service activity and this internship to
bring you what you ultimately want: a successful future?
That’s why we’ve launched electronic portfolios, known as
“e-portfolios.” They’re a fun, dynamic way to help you gain
a full picture of your learning experiences at Vaughn—and
to represent your professional self to future employers.
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Vaughn College not only has the people and programs in place to help you succeed, we’re
also committed to upgrading our equipment, facilities and services. Recent enhancements to
improve your academic experience include:
Simulating Success
We’re especially excited about our new flight simulator lab, which houses two new Redbird flight
simulators, a new Frasca 241 and a new CRJ–200 to complement our existing Frasca 142. Our
simulators give you the opportunity to truly experience life in the cockpit.
Cruising to New Heights
Dynamic Facilities
Our new Teaching and Learning Center is a bright and welcoming area, designed to give you
easy access to tutoring, if needed, and room to do small group work with your professors. You
can also take advantage of our new writing center and language lab. On the horizon: a new
library and student center/cafeteria.
Innovative Technology
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Every computer you touch at Vaughn has been replaced and we’ve increased the bandwidth
so that you can connect either in the lab, classroom or wirelessly to the resources you need
to explore any subject. Our state-of-the-art mechatronic engineering laboratory provides
practice-oriented training devices, manufactured in Germany by Lucas-Nulle, which feature
instrumentation and automatic control technology.
Jason Reyes, Class of ’10
Bachelor of Science in Aircraft Operations (Flight)
Bronx, New York
“Vaughn College was the ideal place for me. I loved the small class size, my
classmates, the rich history of the College, and how my professors always knew
my name. I came to Vaughn because of the variety of aviation-based degrees
offered, and to receive an education in a great learning environment. Vaughn has
provided me with valuable information, specific to my chosen career path, which
was much more in depth than I would have received at any other institution.”
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A Sampling of
Vaughn Internships:
Landing Your
First Position
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Federal Express
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College means extensive internship
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opportunities, the possibility of mixing
Intrepid Sea, Air and Space
Museum
part-time employment with course
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Metropolitan Transit Authority
ORBIS
for a rewarding career. Our career
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work and developing solid preparation
development office is your primary
resource, supporting you from admission
through graduation and beyond.
Career development seminar, CD101,
lights the fire. You develop a résumé,
participate in mock interviews with
Just a Few of the
Companies that Employ
Vaughn Graduates:
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Associate Professor Khalid Mouaouya
demonstrates how the new state-of-the-art
mechatronics laboratory uses mechanical,
electrical and computer engineering to
manufacture useful products.
the staff of real employers like jetBlue,
discuss job search techniques and visit
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the Port Authority, Lockheed Martin,
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United Technologies
Cessna Citation, LaGuardia Airport or
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John F. Kennedy International Airport
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Gulfstream
and United Parcel Service.
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Bombardier Transportation
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Verizon
Vaughn faculty members maintain
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professional connections that benefit
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Consolidated Edison
students seeking internships and
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employment. For example, Professor
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Kawasaki Railcar
George Kizner works with Sikorsky
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Helicopters on a digital mockup of a
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Sikorsky-manufactured aircraft using
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CATIA (an industry standard software).
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The Port Authority of New York
and New Jersey
Activating Launch Sequence
The software quickly tracks possible
discrepancies in the design to improve
the final outcome.
Selected courses in General
Management, Airline and
Airport Management
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Airline Operations
Airport Planning and Administration
Business Communications
Corporate Accounting
Economics
Financial Management
Industry and Labor Relations
International Trade and Finance
Marketing Management
Organizational Behavior
Public Relations
Selected courses in Aircraft
Operations, Aviation
Maintenance, Aviation
Maintenance Management
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Advanced Aircraft Systems
Aviation Safety
Avionics Circuits
Business Communications
Calculus
Certified Flight Instructor:
Fundamentals of Teaching
Industrial and Labor Relations
International Studies
Maintenance Resource Management
Managerial Economics
Marketing Management
Probability and Statistics
Quality Systems—ISO 9000
Selected courses in Engineering
and Mechanical Engineering
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Aerodynamics
CATIA Fundamentals Analysis
Elements of Machine Design and
Kinematics
Engineering Graphics and ComputerAided Design
Engineering Mechanics
Fluid Mechanics
Material Science and Composites
Mechanical Desktop
Mechanical Vibrations
Thermodynamics
Selected courses in Electronic
Engineering Technology,
Avionics, Optical
Communications
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Avionics Integrated Logistics Support
Communication Networks
Computer-Aided Design
Computer Engineering
Digital Electronics
Electrical Circuits
Fiber Optics and Opto-electronic
Devices
Integrated Avionics Systems
Long Range Navigation Systems
MATLAB®
Microprocessors
Air Traffic—Collegiate Training Initiative
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has chosen Vaughn College as one of only 31 institutions in
the United States to participate in the Air Traffic-Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI), the rigorous
education required for the next generation of air traffic controllers. AT-CTI candidates must have a
college degree and pass both AT-CTI and FAA screening tests. In this demanding and rewarding career,
you track flights, make quick decisions and stay on schedule. At least 12,500 controllers will be needed
by 2014 at airports across the country—and Vaughn College graduates will be among the best.
Academic Programs
Engineering: Mechatronics
Shape the next big thing. That’s what a degree in
mechatronic engineering lets you do—combine
mechanical, electrical and computer engineering to
develop the next generation of digital products and
services for every field from robotics to aeronautics and
business. That’s Thinking Above and Beyond.
That’s forward thinking for the 21st century.
Mechanical Engineering Technology/
Aeronautical
Imagine your own personal jet—and imagine designing
it yourself. Taking Vaughn’s approach to Thinking Above
and Beyond, you learn to merge skills in computer-aided
design with understandings of materials, aerodynamics,
physics and new ideas that will make the next great leap
to the stars.
Mechanical Engineering Technology/
Computer-Aided Design
Design the future. Not just yours…the world’s. At Vaughn,
Thinking Above and Beyond means you expand your
perspective about what’s possible—from creating 3-D
graphics with CATIA software to designing and analyzing
structures that haven’t even been thought of yet. No
matter where you go from here, your trajectory is up!
Electronic Engineering Technology/Avionics
In terms of technology, we’re light years past Orville
Wright’s pedal-powered contraption. Sophisticated
avionics keep today’s fleet of aircraft flying. Complex
equipment and applications require complex thinking—
Thinking Above and Beyond—that integrates technology,
people, products and services to achieve incredible
success.
Electronic Engineering Technology/
General Electronics
Telephones, tanks, TiVo. Planes, trains and automobiles.
Electronic devices are integral to everyday living. And you
can help create and maintain the latest and greatest. Take
the approach of Thinking Above and Beyond that you
learn at Vaughn College to master complex elements in
changing environments. Then you’ll take us forward into
the 21st century.
General Management
Multitasking. Multicultural. Multimedia. Today’s managers
cross boundaries, cross borders, cross communication
systems to develop products and services—and to
bring people together. Visionary leadership is at the
core of Vaughn’s approach to 21st century management
education; it’s Thinking Above and Beyond.
Airport Management
Collaboration. Coordination. Communication. The 24/7
world of 21st century airports demands high-level
thinking—and the technology skills to deliver. That’s what
Vaughn’s approach to management education provides:
the big picture, the “people” savvy and the technointelligence to lead complex organizations to success.
That’s Thinking Above and Beyond.
Airline Management
The best airline managers know how to make the most of
high-tech equipment while focusing on customers and
providing exceptional service. They’re Thinking Above and
Beyond. Sophisticated technology skills, people-centered
foresight, the ability to manage change—that’s a Vaughn
College education…and your destiny, steering a 21st
century airline organization into a profitable future.
Aircraft Operations: Flight
Top-flight professional pilots from Vaughn College master
Thinking Above and Beyond. They choose options on
the ground, in the air and in the classroom, because
flight is about far more than getting the plane aloft and
safely back on the runway. Vaughn’s approach helps you
manage complex situations, take a broad perspective
and apply the most appropriate skills. Whether you pilot
the plane, ensure aircraft integrity, or provide certified
instruction, you’re a new leader for a new world.
Shine Koottumatha,
Class of ’08
Bachelor of Science in Airport Management
Elmont, New York
Shine Koottumatha came to Vaughn with the
idea of becoming one of the most talented and
outstanding managers in the aviation field.
She’s well on her way. Upon graduation in May
2008, Shine accepted a full-time position as
an operations coordinator at the International
Arrivals Terminal at JFK International Airport.
“Vaughn gave me the knowledge to achieve my
goal as well as introduced me to the aviation
industry,” she says. “Vaughn has professors who
are current in the industry—so they have up-to-
Animation and Digital Technologies
The animation and digital technologies AAS degree
has been developed to provide students proficiency in
computer-aided design, graphic imaging and animation. In
addition to basic college courses, students will be taught
to develop 2-D and 3-D images, which can be combined
to create still renderings of any style or complexity and
whose sequential succession can be used to form animated
sequences on videotape. Graduates of this program
will find their computer skills applicable to a multitude
of computer- and engineering-related fields, such as
architecture, construction, graphic design and advertising.
date knowledge about their subjects.”
Aviation Maintenance
Complex systems require complex thinking and complex
care. Maintaining the sophisticated aircraft of today and
tomorrow demands top-level thinking and technology.
That’s Thinking Above and Beyond—the exact mix of
future vision, technology skills and people-centered
leadership that will propel you into lifelong success.
with Republic Airport.
Aviation Maintenance Management
Regional airports. Fractional jets. Fixed-base operators.
Beyond sophisticated technology and innovative business
models, managing the complex world of 21st century
aviation maintenance requires creative ideas, broad
perspectives and high-level thinking. At Vaughn College,
we call it Thinking Above and Beyond—it’s forward
thinking for the infinite possibilities ahead.
Rho International Aviation Fraternity, and was
Through Vaughn, she had such internship
opportunities as management intern with the
Port Authority of New York and New Jersey;
operations intern with Terminal 4 at JFK
International Airport which led to her current
full-time position; and an accounting intern
Additionally, she was president of the American
Association of Airport Executives/Northeast
Student Chapter, treasurer of the Alpha Eta
involved in many clubs. She also completed
Vaughn’s Leadership Academy—a year-long
process that equips students with the skills to
lead student organizations successfully and apply
those skills to their professional careers.
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Dialed in
to Culture & Fun
An afternoon in New York
with friends...
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Where else but New York City can you turn your computer-game adventures into off-
It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to know that New York City is the center of entertainment
the-charts reality? From the top of our observation tower overlooking the runways
action. Clubs, galleries, restaurants, theaters, museums—this city has it all. From midtown
at LaGuardia Airport and the views of Manhattan, the 360-degree view covers one
east to Long Island and west to New Jersey, you can enjoy real-world games like the
of the hottest (and coolest!) metro areas in the world.
multitude of professional sports including baseball, basketball, football and
tennis. Or take in the sights and sounds of Times Square, Broadway, Lincoln Center,
You can get involved with community events on campus, like Common Ground
the Bronx Zoo, Greenwich Village, Battery Park, SoHo, Tribeca, Rockefeller
monthly current-event discussions with a faculty member, the all-campus
Center, the Staten Island Ferry or Battery Park. At Vaughn, it’s all about integrating
overnight “Lockdown” party in the hangar, Vaughn’s Leadership Academy, the
your expanding mind in the classroom with one of the most exciting cities in the world.
Runway Club’s fundraiser fashion show or the annual Spring Fest.
At Vaughn, we’re always Thinking Above & Beyond when it comes to how to serve
you best. That’s why we built our three-story residence hall, making us one of only
a handful of colleges in New York to offer you “suite” living. You can live in a twoperson, three-person or four-person suite with a private bathroom—and you’ll have
access to laundry, study and kitchen facilities in common areas. More good news:
the hall is completely wireless.
So what’s it like to live and learn in New York? In a word: wonderful. You have access
to outstanding libraries, museums like the Queens Museum of Art and the New York
Hall of Science, restaurants and shopping. Enjoy authentic Greek, Chinese or Indian
food right in the local neighborhoods and take in the local culture. If sports is more
your thing, Queens is home to the New York Mets and the US Open. Thanks to the
New York City Subway and the Long Island Rail Road, you can easily get to where
you need to go.
From any of the residence hall lounges, you have a beautiful view of Manhattan and
a front row seat for all of the action at LaGuardia Airport. Living on campus allows
you to get more involved in student activities, pursue concepts with faculty and
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take advantage of all New York City has to offer.
Vaughn offers you an array of great activities and
opportunities including:
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A bus tour of Manhattan opening weekend
Your pick of hundreds of Broadway shows, museums or monthly
cultural festivals held throughout NYC
Ski the slopes each winter with your fellow students in the
Catskill Mountains of upstate New York
Hop the bus to Mets, Nets, Knicks, Yankees and other sporting
events organized by your resident assistant (also a student!)
Living & Learning in New York
Admissions
Vaughn College At A Glance
When you’re ready to apply to Vaughn College, submit a
The College
Outcomes
Independent, four-year, degree-granting college
More than 93 percent of Vaughn College graduates are
chartered by the Board of Regents of the University of
employed within six months of graduation.
completed application for admission, the non-refundable
$40 fee, transcripts of all academic work, a record of
immunizations and either SAT I or ACT scores. Letters of
recommendation add strength to your application.
Location
records in both native language and English translation
New York City—Flushing, Queens: adjacent to
athletics teams; intercollegiate athletics; student clubs
and the College’s International Application Supplement,
LaGuardia Airport; easily accessible by public or private
and organizations; professional societies; common hour
available from the Office of Admissions. Some programs
transportation.
for activities and guest speakers; academic support
friendly student community, tour our facilities and hear more about
our plans for the future. Schedule a visit by calling our Office of
Admissions at 1.866.6VAUGHN (1.866.682.8446). Join us today!
center; career counseling center; student advisement
center; library with more than 67,000 volumes, extensive
11 four-year programs in engineering, technology,
online resources with full-text periodicals and wireless
At Vaughn College, we’re committed to creating affordable
management and aviation; seven two-year programs in
access.
engineering technology, management and aviation;
non-degree program in air traffic control, part of the
Financial Aid
Federal Aviation Administration’s Collegiate Training
Over 90 percent of students receive financial aid in the form
grants, loans or work-study awards for students with
Initiative; and certificate in flight dispatch.
of scholarships, grants, loans and work-study assistance.
strong academic records and/or demonstrated need.
Current Offerings
To apply for financial aid, complete the Free Application for
Master of Science; Bachelor of Science; Associate in
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You may also be eligible for the
Applied Science; Aviation Training Institute; Federal
New York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP). For more
Aviation Administration Certifications.
receive some form of financial aid, including scholarships,
LaGuardia Airport. You can meet our fantastic faculty, enjoy our
services; fitness center; peer tutors in academic resource
Financial Aid
of financial assistance. Over 90 percent of Vaughn students
The best way to get to know Vaughn is to visit our campus near
Academic Programs
Residence hall with suite living; men’s and women’s
A master’s degree program in airport management;
educational value through competitive tuition and awards
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International students must submit TOEFL results, school
may require personal interviews.
Vaughn College
the State of New York; founded in 1932.
information, contact the Vaughn College Office of Financial
Aid at 1.866.6VAUGHN (1.866.682.8446), extension 100.
Enrollment
More than 1,400 students from the New York City
metropolitan area and surrounding states; international
students from 15 countries.
Faculty
39 full-time academic faculty; 15-to-1 student/faculty
ratio; average class size: 16.
Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology is
committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity
in every aspect of its relations with its students, faculty,
staff, applicants and members of the larger community,
including consideration for admission to the College and
access to the College’s programs, privileges, activities and
services, without regard to age, citizenship status, color,
disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion,
creed, veteran status, gender or sexual orientation.
Inquiries regarding the application of the equal opportunity
and non-discrimination policies and procedures at
Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology may be
referred to the Office of Student Affairs.
The Advisory Committee on Campus Safety will provide
upon request all campus crime statistics as reported to
the United States Department of Education. For more
information, please contact Craig Hauser, assistant vice
president for student affairs, at 718.429.6600, extension
221. You can also visit http://ope.ed.gov/security.