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Degrees & Certificates

The Aviation Science program prepares students to become professional pilots or flight operations specialists. The program can be tailored to meet the needs of individual students and is designed for students without any flying experience. ​

A student seeking a career as a professional pilot would progress through the aviation pilot training curriculum to earn a commercial pilot certificate. 

Non-degree seeking students, such as individuals who only need to use an aircraft for personal transportation or business travels, may select individual Certificates of Specializations appropriate to their needs. Each Certificate​ of Specialization is designed to be completed within one academic semester.

It takes between 18 and 24 months to complete an Associates of Science degree in Aviation Science. Students have the opportunity for optional flight training with commensurate college credit. Earning pilot certifications is not required for graduation but it is desirable for career advancement.

A student seeking a career as a professional pilot would progress through the aviation pilot training curriculum to earn a commercial pilot certificate. Once the commercial pilot certificate has been earned, the student is able to fly, for hire, with commuter or charter companies in order to build experience needed for airline opportunities. Commercial pilot certificate holders may also choose to undergo additional training to become a certified flight instructor. 

Below is a guideline of your program schedule for a degree in Aviation Science. Degree requirements can change between academic years, so use this as a guide. It is your responsibility to obtain up-to-date graduation requirements.

A.S in Aviation Science:  Program Course Schedule 

Required Courses and Recommended Electives available to view in the Course Catalog.