About Coyne American Institute

Today more than ever, higher education is essential to one’s lifelong ability to obtain and hold a satisfying and meaningful career.
At Coyne American Institute in Chicago, Illinois, you will receive vocational training that will put you in a career that is in demand. Through hands-on exercises and courses that focus on current industry trends, you will get professional experience in your chosen career.
A History of Excellence
Coyne American Institute traces its origins back to 1899, making it one of the oldest institutions of its kind in the United States. With combined educational experience totaling more than a century of training, Coyne American Institute and its predecessor schools have trained and placed thousands of students in outstanding professional careers.
Faculty and Staff
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You will count at Coyne American Institute.
At Coyne American Institute, you are never "just another student." Whether you need advice on technical matters or individual matters of concern, you can count on support from the Instructors, Advising Staff, and Director. Everyone at our school maintains an “open door” policy to all students.
Memberships and Affiliations
- Career College Association
- NFPA Member
- BICSI
- CABA
- CEDIA
- Consumer Electronics Manufacturers Association
- Electronic Industries Alliance
- Home Automation Association
- Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois
- Pearson Vue Authorized Center
- Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce
- The Illinois State Chamber of Commerce
Accreditations and Approvals
- Accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology, Arlington, VA.
- Licensed and approved for training by the Illinois State Board of Education.
- Approved for veterans' training by the state-approving agency for veterans' education.
- Authorized under Federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students.
- Approved by the Illinois Board of Higher Education.
Members of the general public may review the school’s program offerings, policies, and procedures, including complaint procedures, by requesting an Academic Catalog. To request an Academic Catalog, please contact Peter Pauletti, Director of Admissions at ppauletti@coyneamerican.edu.



