Bachelor of Science in Aviation Maintenance Management Step into the Field of Aviation
120
Credit Hours
Online,* 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Dates: January 19, 2026 | February 16, 2026 | March 23, 2026
If you want to be an aeronautics manager, conferring Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in Aviation Maintenance Management may be the right choice. Take the next step in your academic and professional journey as you study concepts such as aircraft technology, aviation maintenance safety training, aircraft maintenance, and airline management.
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.
With training from our experienced faculty, you can embark on an exciting journey toward a career in air transportation. Our aviation maintenance technology degree can help equip you to lead with excellence in the realm of aircraft safety and maintenance. Partner with us and gain the tools needed to be a successful, knowledgeable, and ethical aviation professional.
45 credit hours are awarded for an FAA mechanic certification, leaving only 75 credit hours to finish the degree. As a result, you can complete this program in as little as 2 years. See our Experience Plus – Aviation page for more information.
*Some exclusions apply. Please refer to our exclusions page for more information.
Backed by a brick-and-mortar campus ranked as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026
Our School of Aeronautics seeks to produce quality candidates who can exercise expert knowledge in the aviation industry. Through our aviation management courses, you can achieve career readiness and gain the tools you need to build a successful future. We’ve designed our program to maximize your potential as you prepare to live out your life’s calling.
Liberty is committed to supporting you as you pursue your academic and professional goals. Here, you can develop practical skills that may enhance your résumé and help you present yourself confidently in the job market. The training offered through Liberty can help prepare you to explore a variety of potential career paths.
With our online bachelor’s in aviation maintenance administration, you can easily access your study materials whenever you need them. Most importantly, you can stay engaged with your family, job, and community while earning your degree.
Our faculty are committed to fostering your personal, academic, and professional growth. In this online maintenance degree, you can study under professors who have years of experience working in aeronautics and can provide top-notch instruction that can prepare you to lead with skill and integrity in the workplace.
At Liberty, we’ll do more than provide you with on-the-job training. We’ve also designed our courses to help you integrate ethical principles with professional knowledge. That way, you can stand out in the workplace as a person of integrity and reliability.
Experience a challenging and rewarding curriculum at a school that is renowned for having one of the largest faith-based collegiate aviation programs in North America. Liberty’s online aviation management program teaches about power plant systems, aircraft maintenance physics, and aviation technology. We can assist you in preparing to pursue a career in aircraft maintenance management. This applies to both the airline industry and private repair shops.
Many of the courses in this program provide a thorough look at the technical side of aircraft maintenance. You can learn to fix and maintain electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, engines, and landing gear technology. You’ll also be able to acquire business management skills by taking courses in business law, communications, and leadership.
Learn about the FAA regulations associated with manufacturing, operating, and maintaining aircraft. You can get ready to deal with problems in the aerospace industry by studying topics such as maintenance programs, planning, and controlling aircraft.
Safety is important in every aspect of aviation. Maintenance professionals play an essential role in creating a secure environment for pilots, passengers, and flight crews. Liberty’s aircraft maintenance management courses can help you understand the human limitations in the airline industry. You’ll be taught how to effectively manage a team, maintain aircraft safety, and make sound decisions to prevent accidents.
Based on FAA requirements, the AVMT courses (45 hours) listed on this degree cannot be offered online and must be taken residentially. You may complete this requirement residentially at Liberty University, or you can complete an FAA mechanic certification with A&P ratings at another institution in your area. If you earn this certification elsewhere or already possess an FAA mechanic certificate with A&P ratings, 45 credit hours of Experience Plus credit may be awarded to meet the AVMT course requirements (45 hours). See our Experience Plus – Aviation page for more information.
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At Liberty University, a private Christian education is less expensive than you think. Over the last 10 years, Liberty University’s Online Program has only raised its standard tuition costs by less than 5% – and most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors.
To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no additional cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!
| Undergraduate Full Time | $390/Credit |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate Part Time | $455/Credit |
| Military Undergraduate | $250/Credit |
These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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*Official high school transcript requirement may be waived with college transcripts from an accredited college/university showing at least 12 earned credit hours with an acceptable GPA.
Note: A 2.0 or above cumulative GPA is required for admission in good standing.
Applicants may submit a High School Self-Certification Form in lieu of a final official high school transcript in order to enroll in up to 12 credit hours at Liberty University.
Students must submit official high school transcripts, or official college transcripts showing at least 12 credit hours earned with an acceptable grade point average (GPA) from an accredited institution, in order to register for additional courses.
The official high school transcript, GED requirement, and High School Self-Certification Form can be waived if the applicant has earned an associate degree or higher.
Final transcripts must reflect all coursework and final grades received for grades 9-12, a graduation date, and an overall GPA. (Mailed transcripts must be in a sealed and unopened envelope.)
Unofficial transcripts combined with a Transcript Request Form can be used for admission. Official transcripts are required within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first, and will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Before sending unofficial college transcripts, please make sure they include the following:
An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.
If the student uses unofficial transcripts with a Transcript Request Form to gain acceptance, all official transcripts must be received within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first. Failure to send all official transcripts within the 60-day period will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
If you have military-only transfer credits (completed basic training and enlistment), you must request an official military transcript. Please go to the Military Transfer Credit webpage to request your military transcript.
If you are an international applicant, you may be required to have your international transcripts reviewed. Information regarding the transcript evaluation process for international students can be found by visiting NACES.
Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
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These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Our aviation program offers the unique opportunity to earn a maintenance management degree that’s flexible, affordable, and online. To enroll in this program, you must meet one of the following requirements:
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.
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*Some restrictions may occur for this promotion to apply. This promotion also excludes active faculty and staff, military, non-degree-seeking, DGIA, Continuing Education, WSB, and certificate students.