Campus Overview

Here's a summary for American International College (AIC):


American International College is a small, private college located in Springfield, Massachusetts, with a student population of approximately 2,000 students. The school offers an intimate academic environment with a focus on personalized education and professional preparation.

Location & Setting Urban setting in Springfield, Massachusetts. The campus is situated in an inner-city environment with direct access to downtown Springfield, providing students with an urban academic experience with proximity to city resources and public transportation.

Campus Life Compact campus with a close-knit community feel. On-campus housing is available for a significant portion of students, with options for both traditional dormitory and apartment-style living. Limited Greek life presence, with social activities primarily centered around academic and athletic communities.

Student Body Diverse student population with strong regional representation from Massachusetts and surrounding New England states. Attracts a significant number of first-generation college students and international students, creating a multicultural campus environment. Students tend to be career-focused and professionally oriented.

Academics Known for strong professional and pre-professional programs, particularly in business, education, health sciences, and criminal justice. Emphasizes practical, hands-on learning with internship opportunities and smaller class sizes that promote direct faculty interaction.

Athletics & Sports Competitive NCAA Division II athletics program with strong participation in sports like basketball, soccer, and volleyball. Yellow Jackets compete in the Northeast-10 Conference. Significant emphasis on student-athlete academic and athletic development.

Lifestyle & Weather Typical New England climate with cold winters and mild summers. Campus is relatively walkable, but having a car can be beneficial for accessing city amenities. Nearby recreational opportunities include hiking in surrounding Massachusetts landscapes and access to urban entertainment in Springfield.

Field Hockey (2025)

Level
D2 Unranked
Conference
Northeast 10 Conference
Coach
Kylie Gargiulo

School

Type
Private
Classification
Doctoral/Professional
Common Majors:
Health Professions (33%)
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (72%)
• Public Health (16%)
• Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General (11%)
• Health and Medical Administrative Services (2%)
Homeland Security (16%)
Psychology (11%)
Business (10%)
Business Administration, Management and Operations (48%)
• Accounting and Related Services (21%)
• Marketing (21%)
• International Business (9%)
Recreation (8%)

Student Body

Total
1,908
Undergrad
57%
Demographics
50% women
Student:Faculty
16:1

Programs of Interest

Environmental Science
Psychology (10.8%)
Biology (1.9%)
Sports Med / Kinesiology (41.1%)
French

Academics

Admission Rate
97%
Retention
68%
Graduation
42%

Costs

In-State
$42,970
Out-of-State
$42,970
Room & Board
$16,260
Avg Net Price
$25,299
Net price = average after financial aid

Weather

Winter
Cold
HighLow
January35°16°
April60°35°
July85°61°
October63°39°
Oct/Apr = field hockey season

Location

Setting
City (City: Midsize)
Nearest City
New York, NY
Distance
122 miles

Coaching Staff

Name Position Contact Bio
Kylie Gargiulo Head Field Hockey Coach Kylie.Gargiulo@aic.edu View Bio
Maryann Macdonald Assistant Field Hockey Coach Maryann.Macdonald@aic.edu View Bio
Brenna Sullivan Athletic Trainer

Roster Breakdown

16 players

Geographic Recruiting

In-State: 19% (3 players)
US Out-of-State: 50% (8 players)
International: 31% (5 players)
Massachusetts: 19% (3 players)
New York: 19% (3 players)

Position Breakdown

Forward: 10 (62.5%)
Midfielder: 3 (18.8%)

Full Roster (16 players)

# Name Position Year Height Hometown High School
1 Mia Wood Forward - 5-2 Agawam, MA Agawam
3 Thalia Zweeres Defense - 5-0 East Haven, CT East Haven
4 Chloe Moss Defense/Forward - 5-4 Belchertown, MA Belchertown
6 Grace Boisvert Defense - 5-5 Uxbridge, MA Uxbridge
7 Mia Purchiaroni Defense - 5-4 East Syracuse, NY East Syracuse Minoa
8 Milagros Zanatelli Forward - 5-6 Mar Del Plata, Argentina Instituto Juvenilia / Snow College
9 Fenna Voll Forward/Midfield - 5-8 Zwijndrecht, Netherlands Develsteincollege
10 Kylee Rinker Defense - 5-4 Henryville, PA Pocono Mountain East
11 Mar Busqueta Midfield/Forward - 5-2 Matadepera, Spain Institut Matadepera
12 Anella Rossi Forward/Midfield - 5-5 Buenos Aires, Argentina Brick Towers College / Lincoln Memorial
14 Julya Mae Jones Forward - 5-2 Ann Arbor, MI Huron
15 Victoria Nelson Defense/Forward - 5-2 Shirley, NY William Floyd
16 Maddie Darling Defense/Forward - 5-8 Scotia, NY Scotia Glenville
22 Lucy Barzev Goalkeeper - 5-3 Stroudsburg, PA Stroudsburg
55 Frederique den Hartog Goalkeeper - 5-5 Rotterdam, Netherlands Zadkine Business College
86 Quinlyn Moll Goalkeeper - 5-5 Medford, NJ Shawnee / Colby-Sawyer