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.
Dubuque, Iowa
Institution Type: Private Not-For-Profit
Aviation Accreditations: AABI
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $8,621
Average Student Loans Awarded: $12,293
Total Programs in Aviation (3)
3
Bachelors Programs
Warrensburg, Missouri
Institution Type: Public
Aviation Accreditations: AABI
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,622
Average Student Loans Awarded: $6,438
Total Programs in Aviation (1)
1
Masters Program
Institution Type: Public
Aviation Accreditation: Request Info
Total Programs in Aviation (2)
2
Bachelors Programs
San Jose, California
Institution Type: Private Not-For-Profit
Aviation Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,270
Average Student Loans Awarded: $8,047
Total Programs in Aviation (1)
1
Masters Program
Stillwater, Oklahoma
Institution Type: Public
Aviation Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,204
Average Student Loans Awarded: $5,978
Total Programs in Aviation (1)
1
Masters Program
St. Louis, Missouri
Institution Type: Private Not-For-Profit
Aviation Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,418
Average Student Loans Awarded: $8,003
Total Programs in Aviation (2)
2
Bachelors Programs
Institution Type: Public
Aviation Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,965
Average Student Loans Awarded: $7,131
Total Programs in Aviation (1)
1
Bachelors Program
Institution Type: Private For-Profit
Aviation Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $8,195
Average Student Loans Awarded: $8,398
Total Programs in Aviation (1)
1
Associate Program