MIAT Houston in
Transition

What’s the timeline?

The transition will happen over a 12-month period that begins December 4, 2023. The following phases will take place:

• Industrial Maintenance, Robotics & Automation, Wind Power and HVACR will become UTI programs on May 13, 2024.
• Airframe & Powerplant and Advanced Non-destructive Testing will become UTI programs on October 28, 2024.

If your program cohort is graduating before the dates listed above, you won’t be affected by the transition. If your program extends past these dates, you will have the opportunity to transfer to UTI’s version of the program and will receive a UTI diploma at graduation.

What won’t change?

The things that made you choose MIAT won’t change. You can expect to attend class at the same campus, practice in the same hands-on labs and learn from the same dedicated, experienced instructors. You will still receive an industry-aligned education and graduate career-ready!

What will change?

You’ll gain access to larger support services teams dedicated to helping students pursue their goals. This includes career services, financial aid, housing assistance and military and veteran services. The following changes will also occur: 

• Students will use Blackboard instead of Canvas.
• You will receive a new student ID and email address.

Will this affect the length of my program?

Depending on when you began training and which courses you completed before the transition, your program may be shortened or extended. We will develop an individualized progress plan for you, and Support Services will meet with you to review and answer your questions.

If my program extends, how will this affect my housing?

Collegiate Housing Services is aware of the transition and is prepared to assist students who need to extend their lease.

Will my courses change?

The learning objectives will remain the same, but the courses required to graduate may vary by program. We will meet with each student to discuss this.

Will my course schedule change?

MIAT’s current course schedule will shift to mirror the one at UTI. UTI courses last three weeks, and students attend campus Monday through Friday for five hours each day. To start, we will offer one to two sessions depending on the program:

• First session: 6:30 to 11:30 a.m. (one hour less per day)
• Second session: Noon to 5 p.m. (one hour less per day)

What if UTI’s course model doesn’t work with my work schedule?

UTI’s Career Services department can assist you in looking for flexible, part-time work that won’t disrupt your studies.

Will the grading and attendance policy change?

Yes, UTI has a different attendance and grading policy than MIAT that you can review in the catalog.

Will I still receive a diploma?

Yes! The only difference is that your diploma will be issued by UTI instead of MIAT.

Will this affect my financial aid?

UTI’s Financial Aid team will contact you to set up an assessment where they review your current financial aid package to ensure that you are not negatively impacted through this transition.

Will my tuition change?

No, the transition will not affect your tuition cost. If your program is less expensive under UTI, your tuition may lower.

Will this affect my VA benefits or monthly housing allowance?

We do not expect students’ VA benefits or monthly housing allowance to be negatively impacted.

Will I still be able to request transcripts?

Yes! You will still be able to request your MIAT transcripts. UTI can also provide transcripts that reflect transfer credits for the courses completed at MIAT.

Will the dress code change?

MIAT and UTI have the same dress code standards. We will provide you with UTI shirts free of cost, but you can also continue wearing MIAT apparel.

Do I have other options to complete my program?

UTI has developed course transfer cross-walks to ensure all your completed coursework at MIAT is transferred to the comparable UTI program. However, you are not required to complete at UTI. MIAT will issue a full academic transcript at the conclusion of your program, and you may consider other institutions for transfer. Transferability of credits, as well as tuition and other costs, is at the discretion of that institution.

Where can I learn more about this transition?

We will host a Welcome to UTI event where you can gain more insight. Support Services will also contact each student individually. In the meantime, you can direct your questions to campus_support@uti.edu, and a member of our team will follow up with you.

Will I have to attend a different campus location?

No. You can still plan on attending classes at 533 Northpark Central Drive, Houston, TX 77073.

How does this affect me?

You will begin as an MIAT student, and if you choose to participate in the UTI teach-out, you will graduate from UTI. You will also gain access to more support services that enhance financial aid, career services, housing assistance and military and veteran benefits.

When will this affect me?

The transition will take place in these phases:

• Industrial Maintenance, Robotics & Automation, Wind Power and HVACR will become UTI programs on May 13, 2024.
• Airframe & Powerplant and Advanced Non-Destructive Testing will become UTI programs on October 28, 2024.

If you choose to remain through the program transition, you will be enrolled as a UTI student.

Will my course schedule change?

Yes. MIAT’s current course schedule will shift to mirror the one at UTI. Students will attend class Monday through Friday for five hours per day and can choose from these session times:

• First session: 6:30 to 11:30 a.m. (one hour less per day)
• Second session: Noon to 5 p.m. (one hour less per day)

Will program offerings stay the same?

UTI will continue offering Industrial Maintenance, Robotics & Automation, Wind Power, HVACR, Airframe & Powerplant and Advanced Non-destructive Testing. Currently, MIAT offers Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degrees for select programs. UTI will not offer these.

Students who enrolled prior to 12/5/23 can complete an AAS degree program at MIAT Canton upon graduation from UTI Houston as part of the teach out plan. Please note that Robotics and Energy programs also have on-ground courses that require completion to meet program criteria. Those courses can only be completed at MIAT Canton after 5/13/2024. Aviation general education courses are online and can be completed remotely. Students who enroll 12/5/2023 or later must meet specific credit requirements to attend an AAS program at MIAT Canton. Please reach out to Student Services if you have questions.

Will I still graduate when expected?

Students’ programs may be shortened or extended. It will depend on when you begin training, and Support Services will meet with you to review and answer your questions.

Will tuition costs change?

No, you will not be charged more for tuition. If your program is less expensive under UTI, your tuition may be lower.

Will there be a new location?

The location will not change. If you enroll in one of our programs, you will attend class at 533 Northpark Central Drive, Houston, Texas 77073.

Will this affect my chances of being hired post-graduation?

No, UTI has established a reputable name in the industry, and we expect this change to maintain graduates’ employment opportunities.¹

Will the program lengths change?

The Wind Power Technician and HVACR Technician programs will remain the same, but the other programs will decrease in length so students can graduate and begin pursuing careers sooner! See the details below:

• The Industrial Maintenance Technician program will be shortened from 9 to 7 months
• The Airframe and Powerplant Technician program will be shortened from 20 to 18 months
• The Advanced Non-destructive Testing program will be shortened from 9 to 8 months

Will there be any changes to staff or teaching methods?

MIAT has built a strong reputation in the industry. For that reason, the learning objectives will remain consistent, and students will continue learning in hands-on labs from experienced instructors.

If I enrolled, would the same support services be available to me?

Yes, plus more! The transition will grant MIAT students access to an even larger support services team that enhances education, financial aid, career services, housing assistance and military and veteran services.