Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Aviation Maintenance – Management
Learn from Industry Leaders to Become the Best Aviation Mechanic You Can Be
If you’ve ever considered taking your interest in tinkering with engines and machines and turning it into a promising career, our aviation maintenance management degree is for you. Our degree partners mechanics and leadership with the lucrative aeronautics industry.
Liberty makes it easy to gain the hands-on experience you’ll need to become an expert in the field. Our School of Aeronautics has over 27 aircraft and countless state-of-the-art training devices and simulators available to current students. Additionally, your courses will highlight the foundational aspects of all major aircraft systems and technologies for today’s aviation industry.
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
- Complete your FAA aircraft maintenance A&P certifications in less than 1 year – a process typically takes 18 months or more.
- With our mission to Train Champions for Christ, we are excited about equipping the next generation of aircraft mechanics with integrity to make a difference.
What Will You Learn?
- How to successfully undergo an aviation field interview
- Human factors and safety faced by licensed mechanics
- Leadership skills
- Various systems such as propeller and hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Career Options for B.S. in Aviation Maintenance – Management Graduates
- Aircraft mechanic
- Government and military mechanic
- Maintenance manager
- Unmanned aerial systems (UAS) maintenance manager
Resources Available to Aviation Maintenance Students
Study hands-on! Our School of Aeronautics owns 27 aircraft, not including drones, and countless state-of-the-art training devices and simulators. In addition to our facilities, we have the following achievements and opportunities:
- Our students have won the American Airlines Safety Award in years past.
- Liberty University’s School of Aeronautics is a 4-time recipient of the Loening Trophy — one of the rarest and oldest collegiate aviation awards — for being the nation’s most outstanding college aviation program.
- Liberty University’s School of Aeronautics’ National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) flight team captured its 19th consecutive SAFECON Region X championship.
- Our aviation program is one of the largest faith-based collegiate aviation programs in North America.
- You’ll receive FAA Part 147 instruction.
- You have the ability to complete FAA licensure training in as little as 1 year.
- This program equips you with your Aviation Maintenance Certification: A&P (Airframe & Powerplant) license.
Admission Requirements for Our Undergraduate Degree Programs
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
- Admission essay
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
These rates are reflective of academic year 2024-2025. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Credit Hours
Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Aug 18, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
