Aviation Schools: Training & Degree Programs
The following is a list of flight schools and degree programs in the following areas: Flight, Management, Operations, Maintenance, Engineering. Some schools offer only flight training via Part 61 or Part 141 tracks. Schools that offer degree programs at the Associate and Bachelor level will likely include focused coursework in each aspect of your degree area.
Schools that provide flight training only are obligated to train you to FAA standards. Their academic or “ground” training will vary widely but will still provide you with at least the basic tools necessary to advance in your career.
If you are interested in a post-high school degree in another area, but still want to pursue flight training and a possible a flight school is all you will need.
Local Schools
Morey Airplane Company (Part 61)
Wisconsin Aviation (Part 61)
Madison College – Professional Aeronautics Certificate
(Partnered with Wisconsin Aviation) (Part 61)
Aviation Degree Programs in the United States
The following schools offer a post-high school degree program, often two and four year courses of study. The cost of flight training will be in addition to the typical costs for tuition, room, and board at a university or college.
California Aeronautical University
Colorado Northwestern Community College
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Kansas State University Salina, Aerospace and Technology Campus
Middle Tennessee State University
Parkland College – Institute of Aviation
Pilot Institute (Pilot and UAS)
Texas A&M University-Central Texas
Thrust Flight & Thrust Institute of Maintenance
United States Air Force Academy
University of Colorado Colorado Springs (Engineering)
Utah State University Aviation Technology
Flight Training Academies
These schools offer flight training only. Most training programs are under offered under Part 141. Many of these schools offer accelerated programs that take an individual from zero hours to a Certified Flight Instructor or Air Transport Pilot Certificate. Scholarships for these types of school are often not available and this type of program is largely self-financed.