Aeronautical Science Professional Pilot Admissions Requirements

The Professional Pilot degree provides training for entry-level pilot jobs within the air transportation industry. Opportunities exist in Federal/State Government, Corporate/Business Aviation sectors, and the United States Military.

The Pro-Pilot Program prepares students to earn the following Certificates and Ratings:

• Private Pilot Certificate
• Instrument Rating
• Commercial Pilot Certificate
• Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) Certificate or CMEL

In addition, the student will have the option to complete the following Certificates and Ratings

• Multi Engine Land
• Multi Engine Instructor
• Certified Flight Instructor Instrument CFll Certificate

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Important Information to Consider

• Flight Fees are an additional $9,000 per semester.
• Flight Blocks (two options): Monday, Wednesday, Friday Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
• Year-round flight opportunities
• Our agreement with the FAA enables our graduates to qualify for a R-ATP at 1,000 hours compared to 1,500 hours. 
• A medical exam administered by an FAA Aviation Medical Examiner is required prior to flight training.
  • Students pursuing flight as a career are strongly advised to obtain a 1st class medical certificate.
• Students can complete a dual degree in Aviation Administration and Professional Pilot.
• Students with credentials above a private pilot license are not considered for admission.

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Admissions to the Professional Pilot Program

• Highly Selective
• Application Deadline: January 15
• Document Deadline: February 1
• Fall Only Program

Freshman

• Algebra II regents exam 70% or higher
• Minimum High School GPA of 90
• Pre-Calculus and Physics required
• SAT/ ACT Test Optional: Recommended SAT score of 1100 (EBRW/Math) or 22 ACT Composite

Transfer Students

• Minimum Cumulative GPA of 3.0
• College Pre-Calculus required
• College Physics recommended

Current Student Curriculum Change 
Spring Semester Only

• Must meet all transfer requirements
• Successful completion of AVN 104: Pilot Private Ground

Completion of these minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

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Admissions Rubric

High School Students

• Core GPA: 40%
• Physics Grade: 15%
• Pre-Calculus Grade: 15%
• Rigor of Courses: 20%
• Algebra II Regents/Grade Average: 10%
• Students with credentials above a private pilot license are not considered for admission.

Transfer Students/Curriculum Changes

Considered on a case by case basis.

Students with credentials above a private pilot license are not considered for admission.