Make A&M-Central Texas Your Next Destination
Aviation Science at Texas A&M University-Central Texas offers two fully online bachelor's of science degree programs that provide a comprehensive education in aviation studies, management, and leadership skills. Students are prepared for the demands of commercial aviation and airport management, and are equipped with skills for careers as a professional pilot or in aviation management.
The B.S. in Aviation Science: Aviation Management may also be completed with a concentration in Aviation Maintenance. The Aviation Maintenance concentration is designed for aircraft maintainers and builds leadership and maintenance management skills to expand opportunities for career progression.
Aggressive Airline Hiring Surge
Much has been said about the ability of the aviation industry to weather economic and pandemic storms. Some forecasters have said that it would take up to five years for the airlines to recover to pre-pandemic employment levels. However, many who have been in the industry for a very long time have said that the aviation industry as a whole, is far more resilient than expected, and the numbers prove this out.
In 2000, the twelve major airlines in the U.S hired 5,105 pilots. In 2019, the year before Covid hit, they hired 4,977. In 2020, at the start of the shutdowns and massive decrease in air travel, the airline industry cut the equivalent of 90,000 jobs. However, aviation is a very robust industry. As predicted by industry analysists, airline pilot hiring for all of 2021 has surged. A total of 5,426 pilots were hired, and December set the highest one month hiring record ever; 982 pilots.
If you are considering a career in aviation, you will be entering a career field that is robust, resilient and rewarding!
A Booming Industry with a High Demand for Leaders
By 2038, more than 300,000 aviation-related positions will need to be filled in North America.
A DEGREE FROM A&M-CENTRAL TEXAS WILL:
- Train you in your desired discipline and provide a curriculum emphasizing leadership and management skills
- Prepare you to meet critical transportation infrastructure needs
- Put you in position to land a high-paying, rewarding career in the aviation industry
A First-Class Education at an Economy Price
A&M–Central Texas is not only one of the most affordable universities in the State of Texas, but we offer affordable non-resident tuition rates as well. Our pathway to a four-year aviation science degree is significantly more affordable than other nationally known providers. Contact us for more details on cost.
Complete your degree anytime, anywhere! Our 100% online program is made to fit your busy lifestyle. Want to graduate as soon as possible? You can take up to three semesters a year.
Your Application Checklist:
- Apply for admission via applytexas.org
- Pay non-refundable application fee
- Submit official transcripts from all previously attended college-level institutions
Undergraduate Admission Requirements:
- Minimum 2.0 cumulative transfer GPA on a 4.0 scale
- Minimum 30 academic, college-level transferable semester hours*
- Must be eligible to return to all previously attended institutions
Experience in the field = Hours in the classroom.
Our experiential transfer credit policy allows for various individuals
with FAA licensures to receive up to 42 lower-level evaluated credits
toward degree requirements. Contact us to find out how!
Give us a call: 254-519-5776.
About Aviation Science at A&M-Central Texas:
Texas A&M University-Central Texas offers one of the few publicly assisted four-year aviation programs in Texas. Centrally located in Killeen, A&M-Central Texas' Bachelor of Science in Aviation Science degree provides students a well-rounded curriculum with strong conceptual foundations in aviation science and management.
A&M-Central Texas offers junior- and senior-level courses and does not have a flight school. All lower-level core and aviation courses are transferred into A&M-Central Texas.Transfer Credit and Articulation Agreement Information
Texas A&M University-Central Texas accepts transfer credit from accredited colleges and universities. This includes academic credits and course-specific credits, such as flight training, aviation courses, aircraft maintenance and management course work. We also accept for experiential credits FAA licensure. This includes aircraft pilot ratings and Airframe and Powerplant ratings. Some military courses are also accepted for transfer as well. Please contact the Aviation Department to discuss your credit transfer opportunities.
See what's possible at A&M–Central Texas: You'll have dedicated admission, financial aid and academic advisors to help you meet your degree goals. Learn more now!