National Aviation Academy of Tampa Bay ★ Hidden gem
Clearwater, Florida · Private, for-profit · 713 undergraduates
All 1 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Florida high-school graduate (about $34,350/yr).
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $25,244 |
| $30k to $48k | $27,294 |
| $48k to $75k | $29,722 |
| $75k to $110k | $31,281 |
| $110k and up | $32,065 |
| All families (average) | $27,476 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $68,718 | +$34,368 | clears the bar | $22,776 | 0.7 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 55% of students receive Pell grants · 76% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.