Program Overview
College of the Albemarle fits high school students who want dual enrollment credit toward an Airframe and Powerplant diploma or associate degree at the Currituck campus.
College of the Albemarle's Aviation Systems Technology program, based at the Currituck campus, awards an Associate in Applied Science or a separate Diploma in Airframe Maintenance and a Diploma in Powerplant Maintenance. The curriculum is approved under 14 CFR Part 147, and dual enrollment lets high school students earn credit alongside the standard track. Credit for previous relevant training may also apply toward the AAS or either diploma.
In-state tuition here is $2,095 a year, and out-of-state tuition is $7,505, with 35% of the reporting cohort completing on time. The Virginia Beach-Norfolk metro area pays aviation mechanics a median wage of $80,450 a year. North Carolina has 7 Part 147 certificated schools, including this one.
FAA AV-Info and School Pages
Program Facts
| Program Name | Aviation Systems Technology |
|---|---|
| Credentials |
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| Ratings | Airframe and Powerplant |
| FAA Certificate Number | 3C9T607K |
| Address | College of the Albemarle, Regional, 107 College Way, Barco, NC 27917 |
FAA AV-Info (certificate, address) and the school's own pages (program details), retrieved September 22, 2026
Official School Pages
- Official program page albemarle.edu
- Official College of the Albemarle website albemarle.edu
In the School's Words
Program Highlights
- Program offered at the COA - Currituck campus
- Curriculum approved by the FAA under 14 CFR Part 147
- Dual enrollment opportunities available for high school students
- Credit may apply for previous relevant training
As stated on albemarle.edu
U.S. Department of Education
IPEDS Data: Awards, Tuition and Graduation Rate
Federal IPEDS figures for College of the Albemarle, a public institution. Aviation maintenance award levels: Associate's. Completions across these programs: 7 per year.
In-State Tuition (Annual)
$2,095
Out-of-State Tuition (Annual)
$7,505
Graduation Rate (Institution)
35%
Total Enrollment
2,905
Source: IPEDS
| Program | CIP Code | Award Level | Annual Completions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician | 47.0607 | Associate's | 7 |
Tuition is the institution's published annual rate; the program's own published cost appears in the facts table when the school states one. See the record on College Navigator.
BLS OEWS, May 2025
Location and Aircraft Mechanic Pay Near Barco
College of the Albemarle is at College of the Albemarle, Regional, 107 College Way, Barco, NC 27917. Compare it with every aviation maintenance school in North Carolina. For schools within commuting distance, see aviation maintenance schools near Virginia Beach-Norfolk.
Annual median wage for aircraft mechanics and service technicians (SOC 49-3011), BLS OEWS May 2025. See the North Carolina aircraft mechanic salary data.
By Straight-Line Distance
Nearby Aviation Maintenance Schools
The closest FAA-approved schools to College of the Albemarle, by straight-line distance.
Aviation Institute of Maintenance Norfolk
Norfolk, VA · 41 mi from Barco
Craven Community College
Havelock, NC · 114 mi from Barco
Lenoir Community College
Kinston, NC · 115 mi from Barco
Wayne Community College
Pikeville, NC · 127 mi from Barco
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Salisbury, MD · 140 mi from Barco
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources
- FAA AV-Info Part 147 school record for College of the Albemarle
- Aviation Systems Technology - College of The Albemarle
- College Navigator: College of the Albemarle
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
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