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College Degrees in Aviation Science: Become a Pilot Today


College Degrees in Aviation Science
If you are fascinated by the concept of flight, earning your certificate, associate, or bachelor's degree in aviation science can qualify you for a career as an airplane pilot, helicopter pilot, or related fields in aviation. Typical classes in aviation science cover topics such as applied aerodynamics, aircraft systems and structures, flight preparation, flight operations, and aircraft instruments.

Aviation Careers

The median annual salaries (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2008) for various aviation jobs are:
  • Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers - $111,680
  • Commercial Pilots - $65,340
  • Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians - $51,390
  • Air Traffic Controllers - $51,390
  • Avionics Technicians - $49,310
Your college degree and career training in aviation science may lead to other careers in the aviation industry such as air traffic controller, airline manager, aircraft mechanic or aircraft service technician, and commercial pilot. Aviation degrees are offered at qualified flight schools, colleges, and online career training centers.

Everglades University - Online

Everglades University combines innovative degree programs, small classes, and convenient scheduling to accommodate adult learners and working students. As an accredited not-for-profit, private university, Everglades University offers both bachelor's and master's degree programs to prepare students to advance in their current careers or future fields of study. Undergraduate students complete each class in just one month.