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Reach New Heights in the Aviation Field
In 20 years, Liberty's School of Aeronautics has grown from just four students to over 5,000 worldwide. In 2013, we introduced the Flight Training Affiliate (FTA) program, which allows students to complete their flight training locally where it's convenient for them. Since then, we have expanded to multiple locations nationwide. Liberty's program is now one of the largest collegiate aeronautical flight programs in North America.
You can be a part of this exciting, rapidly-growing program and reach new heights in your aviation career. Here are some benefits our program provides:
High School Dual Enrollment
Start taking your academics with us online while you’re in high school so you can progress straight into flight training upon obtaining your high school diploma.
Reduced ATP Program
You may be able to participate in the R-ATP program, which has been approved by the FAA to reduce the required hours for your ATP license from 1,500 to just 1,000.
Affordable Costs
Liberty's B.S. in Aviation program costs less than most residential non-flight bachelor's degrees with overall tuition costs falling between $22,500-46,800.
Additional Training Options
While not required for graduation, you can also obtain your Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), Certified Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII), Multi-Engine Rating (ME), and Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI) licenses.
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BECOME A PILOT
Stop dreaming about flying and become a professional pilot. Start your career today!
BENEFITS OF LIBERTY'S AVIATION PROGRAM
Take the next step toward advancing your aviation knowledge, skill, and career.
Flight Training Affiliates
Liberty partners with independent flight schools* across the nation so that you can access affordable, hands-on training locally while you take your online classes.
*Military benefits from the Veterans Administration for flight courses are only accepted at the following locations at this time. VA benefits can be used for non-flight courses regardless of FTA location.
Already a Pilot?
Through our Experience Plus program, you can convert your existing aviation licenses into academic credit. In fact, you can transfer in up to 75% of your undergraduate degree.
Restricted Airline Transport Pilot (R-ATP) Program:
If you want to work for a commercial airline, you'll need your Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) license.
While our standard tuition rates are between $22,500-$46,800, when combined with flight training overall costs come to $108,501-$132,801. It typically costs around $80,000 just for your licenses to become a pilot with no previous experience. And you can use the following to help with financing your degree:
- Federal financial aid, loans, grants, and aviation-specific scholarships
- Tuition discounts available for military service members and their spouses, first responders, and other corporate partners
Also, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics in 2022, airline and commercial pilots had an average salary of $148,900,* meaning you’ll be able to earn back the costs of the program quickly and effectively.
*Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Airline and Commercial Pilots, at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/transportation-and-material-moving/airline-and-commercial-pilots.htm (viewed online Jan. 4, 2024). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.