Aviation is a program that teaches the students the relevant set of skills needed during their career which prepares the students to work in the Aviation Industry as a pilot, air traffic controller or any other aviation-related professions. The main objective of this program is to provide theoretical as well practical knowledge to the entry-level aviation enthusiast.
An Accredited Aviation school helps students be a part and enrol for a program which is Federal or state government funded. The organizations that accredit Aviation schools and programs are listed below:
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)
Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI)
Some of the subjects taught in an aviation school in which a student can enrol in are Aviation Fundamentals, Aviation Safety, Private Plane flying, and Aviation Meteorology.
An Associate’s degree in Aviation can be completed in two years which can help the students to an entry-level career or for a four-year bachelor’s program.
A Bachelor’s degree in Aviation requires 120 credit points. It usually takes 8 semesters to complete a bachelor’s degree.
A Master’s degree in Aviation is usually 30 hours of coursework in a different program, mostly 5 programs, where students learn about managing and conducting research. Master’s degree is only allowed and can be opted by the students who have some experience in the field.
A Doctorates degree in Aviation can take from 3 years to 6 years to complete. The study is research-based as well as hands-on experience.
There are few requirements which need to be fulfilled before one applies for an admission in the aviation program. The student should have a high school diploma with a minimum of 2.0- 3.0 GPA.
With a degree in aviation, an individual can gain skills such as Understanding and Working from Drawings, Navigating Regulations and Safety Requirements, Sheet Metal Fabrication and Repair, Non-Destructive Testing Methods, Electronics and Electrical Repair.
Institution Type: Public
Aviation Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $4,866
Average Student Loans Awarded: $5,111
Total Programs in Aviation (2)
2
Bachelors Programs
Melbourne, Florida
Institution Type: Private Not-For-Profit
Aviation Accreditations: AABI
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,697
Average Student Loans Awarded: $7,756
Total Programs in Aviation (5)
1
Associate Program
2
Masters Programs
1
Doctorate Program
1
Other Program
Institution Type: Public
Aviation Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,896
Average Student Loans Awarded: $5,979
Total Programs in Aviation (4)
4
Certificate Programs
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Institution Type: Public
Aviation Accreditations: AABI
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,788
Average Student Loans Awarded: $9,492
Total Programs in Aviation (3)
2
Masters Programs
1
Doctorate Program
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Institution Type: Public
Aviation Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $3,095
Average Student Loans Awarded: $3,197
Total Programs in Aviation (4)
4
Associate Programs
Institution Type: Public
Aviation Accreditations: AABI
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $4,966
Average Student Loans Awarded: $5,276
Total Programs in Aviation (1)
1
Bachelors Program
Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Institution Type: Public
Aviation Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,153
Average Student Loans Awarded: $6,493
Total Programs in Aviation (1)
1
Bachelors Program
Institution Type: Public
Aviation Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,221
Average Student Loans Awarded: $6,912
Total Programs in Aviation (2)
2
Graduate Certificate Programs