Finding the right aviation program isn’t easy, especially when you consider the significant investment of time, effort, and money required to earn a degree and/or certification.

That’s why we work diligently to identify every college and university in the United States that offers aviation-related degree or certificate programs.

We then take a deep dive into each school’s website to determine the specific programs, degrees, and certifications available.

Next, we present that information in a clear, straightforward, and concise format. This intentional approach helps simplify your research and makes it easier to compare your options without unnecessary complexity.

Our goal is to serve as a starting point in your aviation education journey and to help make your search as informed, efficient, and stress-free as possible.

While we work hard to keep our information accurate, relevant, and up to date, program details can change frequently. We encourage you to verify all information directly with the school through its official website before making any decisions.

Because degree titles can sometimes be unclear or misleading, we've organized aviation-related degrees offered by colleges and universities into 29 distinct categories. This makes it easy to quickly identify the focus of each program and understand exactly what type of degree a school offers at a glance. The categories are listed below with a brief description.

(air cargo)

An Air Cargo degree program prepares students to coordinate the shipment of freight by air, ensuring cargo is properly documented, handled, and transported safely and efficiently. They work with airlines, freight forwarders, and customers to arrange shipments, track cargo, prepare shipping documents, and ensure compliance with transportation regulations.

(air traffic control)

An Air Traffic Controller degree program prepares students to manage the safe and efficient movement of aircraft in the air and on the ground. Coursework typically covers air traffic control procedures, aviation regulations, radar operations, communications, weather, and airspace management.

(aircraft dispatch)

An Aircraft Dispatcher degree program prepares students to plan and coordinate airline flights by focusing on flight operations, weather analysis, navigation, aviation regulations, and aircraft performance. Students develop the knowledge and skills needed to assist with flight planning, ensure operational safety, and support efficient airline operations.

(aircraft systems)

An Aircraft Systems degree program provides students with an understanding of the systems that enable modern aircraft to operate safely and efficiently. Coursework typically covers electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, avionics, propulsion, and flight control systems, along with system integration, troubleshooting, and maintenance principles.

(customer relations)

A Customer Relations degree program prepares students for customer service and operational roles within airports and airlines. Coursework typically covers passenger services, ticketing, reservations, baggage handling, airline operations, communication skills, and aviation regulations.

(education)

An Aviation Education degree, which is generally a master or doctorate degree, prepares experienced aviation professionals and educators for leadership roles in teaching, research, curriculum development, and academic administration. Coursework typically focuses on educational theory, aviation training methodologies, leadership, research methods, and the advancement of aviation education programs.

(finance)

(human factors)

(maintenance)

(maintenance management)

(management)

(manufacturing)

(meteorology)

(physiology)

(aviation records)

(safety)

(security)

(testing)

(avionics)

(flight attendant)

(general)

(military)

(missionary)

(pilot: airplane)

(pilot: airplane)(maintenance)

(pilot: airplane)(management)

(pilot: helicopter)

(pilot: unmanned aircraft)