Professional Pilot, BS

University of Central Missouri

Take to the skies with a hands-on, highly respected Aviation degree from the University of Central Missouri. Our Professional Pilot degree program enables you to earn your Flight Instructor certificate and a quality college education at the same time.Enjoy flight time at our own Max B. Swisher Skyhaven Airport just three miles from campus, the only university-owned airport in Missouri. Our variety of aircraft and state-of-the-art flight simulators will prepare you to work at professional airfields and begin earning the hours required to become a commercial pilot. With low flight fees, affordable tuition and strong job prospects, a UCM Professional Pilot bachelor’s degree is the perfect launch pad for a successful career as a pilot or flight instructor.The University of Central Missouri’s undergraduate Professional Pilot degree program will train you on the safe operation of single- and multiengine aircraft and ensure you build the skills necessary to solve complex problems in flight using new aviation technology. You’ll be trained to bring competence and safety to any professional environment.With our Professional Pilot bachelor’s degree program, you can obtain the required professional certificate to operate commercial single- and multiengine aircraft (CPL SEL/MEL Certificate) and a Certified Flight Instructor license. You'll also be eligible for a restricted airline transport pilot certificate (R-ATP), which reduces the number of hours required to be hired at an airline and other aviation operators.

Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies