BS in Aviation Maintenance Management
Study Under Industry Leaders to Become the Best Aviation Maintenance Manager You Can Be!
If you’ve ever considered taking your interest in tinkering with engines and machines and turning it into a promising career field, we’ve got good news! Our Bachelor of Science (BS) in Aviation Maintenance Management combines mechanics, leadership, and aeronautics.
Liberty makes it easier to gain hands-on experience in the field. Our School of Aeronautics has multiple aircraft and state-of-the-art training devices and simulators for you to work with. Additionally, your courses highlight the foundational aspects of all major aircraft systems and technologies for today’s aviation industry.
Best of all, Liberty is a teaching university! That means that your professors are hands-on with you in the classroom every week – guiding, mentoring, and supporting you throughout your college experience. Plus, our professors all have degrees and real-life experience in their field. You deserve to study under and hear from the best, so let us help!
Credit Hours
View CoursesNext start date: Aug 18, 2025
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
Highlights
Highlights of Our BS in Aviation Maintenance Management Degree
Hands-On Training
At our School of Aeronautics, you can study hands-on with access to a wide array of resources designed to prepare you for real-world aviation scenarios.
The school owns numerous aircraft, drones, and cutting-edge training devices and simulators that give you immersive, practical experience from day 1.
Impressive Fleet and Facilities
Our current fleet includes 33 aircraft, 13 flight training devices, and 11 unmanned aerial vehicles.
We also offer FAA Part 147 instruction, with the ability to complete FAA licensure training in as little as 1 year.
Awards and Achievements
Liberty University’s School of Aeronautics is a 4-time recipient of the Loening Trophy – one of the oldest and most prestigious collegiate aviation awards in the nation – recognizing our program as the most outstanding in the country.
Our National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) flight team has claimed the SAFECON Region X championship for 19 consecutive years, and our students have also earned the American Airlines Safety Award multiple times.
Certification and Program Distinction
In addition to our aviation degrees, students can pursue Aviation Maintenance Certification and earn their A&P (Airframe & Powerplant) license.
Liberty’s aviation program is also recognized as one of the largest faith-based collegiate aviation programs in North America, blending technical excellence with a strong foundation in values and leadership.
Career Potential
What Can You Do with An Aviation Maintenance Management Bachelor’s Degree?
Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science in Aviation Maintenance Management can help prepare you to pursue the following occupations:
- Aircraft mechanic
- Government and military mechanic
- Maintenance manager
- UAS maintenance manager
#4 Best College Campus in America
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education designed to help equip students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com.
Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Courses
What Will You Study in Our BS in Aviation Maintenance Management Degree Program?
Our aviation maintenance management bachelor’s degree is designed to provide a route for A&P licensure while covering important, broader topics licensed mechanics face, such as human factors and safety. Our management concentration helps equip students like you to take the next step and prepare for leadership positions in the field of aviation maintenance.
Our courses help develop your ability to work with a wide range of systems, from propeller to hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Additionally, you can gain a greater awareness of how to incorporate Christian ethics into all the work that you do.
The program includes a course that prepares students for aviation field interviews. Walk away with a degree that can help cultivate your confidence in aeronautics.
Featured BS in Aviation Maintenance Management Courses
AVIA 314 – Principles of Aviation Administration
AVIA 472 – Aviation Organization Ethics
AVMX 451 – Aviation Maintenance Operations
BUSI 301 – Legal and Ethical Concepts for Decision Makers
Degree Information
- This program falls under the School of Aeronautics
- View the Degree Completion Plan
- Check out our course catalog
- Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
BENEFITS
Why Choose Liberty’s Aviation Maintenance Management Bachelor’s Degree?
Prepare for Your Future
At Liberty, our goal is to equip students with the industry-relevant skills employers are actively seeking. Our programs are designed so you can graduate confident that your skill set aligns with market demands, potentially making it easier to step into your chosen field.
Accelerated Certification
Our unique aviation maintenance program allows students to complete all FAA aircraft maintenance A&P certifications in less than a year. While most schools require 18 months to 2 years to meet the FAA’s 1,900-hour requirement, and apprenticeships can take about 2.5 years, Liberty’s program accelerates your path to licensure without compromising quality.
High Industry Demand
The aviation industry is experiencing unprecedented demand, with a global need for over 674,000 new pilots and 716,000 new maintenance technicians in the next 20 years.* This growing need makes now a strategic time to pursue a career in aviation, and Liberty is committed to helping you seize that opportunity.
*Boeing, at Pilot and Technician Outlook (viewed online May 6, 2025). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee job growth.
Whole-Person Development
Employers want more than just certifications – they’re looking for professionals with communication, teamwork, and leadership abilities. Our curriculum builds these soft skills alongside technical knowledge. With a mission to Train Champions for Christ, we’re passionate about preparing students with integrity and purpose.
Admissions
How Do You Become a BS in Aviation Maintenance Management Degree Student?
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)
- Admission essay
Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
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