I am a former graduate of NAIA (1977/1978).
It was a very good experience for me. My classmates are flying for airlines and corporations all over the world.
In years past they did the ab initio training for SAS (Scandinavian Airlines).
In 1998 we held our class reunion at NAIA in Conway, SC and had a "career fair" for the students going through.
I believe NAIA owns the airport, flight school and A&P school as well as the dormitories.
Conway is about half an hour drive from Myrtle Beach, which is a pretty nice resort/beach town.
Check out the previous graduates on their website at
http://www.naiasc.com/. It is pretty interesting reading.
Make sure you consider the ramifications of FAA vs JAA licences - I understand it is a big consideration if you are returning to Europe.
[ 04 November 2001: Message edited by: aviator ]