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Aviation Flight Science Degree

Looking for state-of-the-art training in the skies and world-class facilities as well as resume-worthy internship experiences that will lead to a lifetime of career opportunities? An aviation flight science degree at Western is right for you.Move from zero flight experience to degree completion and career-readiness. Fly out of the Battle Creek Executive Airport at Kellogg Field at one of the nation’s top flight schools. Begin your training in the private pilot course on the second-longest runway in the state and the third-busiest airport in Michigan. Test your skills as a student at one of our partner airlines. 
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Where can a bachelor’s degree in aviation flight science take me?

An aviation flight science degree from Western can take you around the globe through the largest, most well-known airlines, airports and aviation companies in existence. You could join fellow Western Michigan University graduates flying passengers and goods across the world.

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What will I learn in the aviation flight science program?

The aviation flight science program prepares students for professional pilot careers, emphasizing leadership and management skills alongside technical expertise. The curriculum includes a broad range of subjects from basic sciences to airline operations and global navigation. Students gain hands-on experience with modern aircraft and flight systems and can participate in research. Graduates will possess strong technical skills, leadership abilities, and global awareness, earning FAA Commercial Pilot certification and the qualifications to be effective leaders in the aviation industry.

Are there scholarships available for aviation flight science students?

Yes, a number of scholarships are available for students enrolled at the College of Aviation. Students are encouraged to apply for all scholarships that match their interests, career goals, and financial or academic needs.
Western is a world-class training environment. The aircraft we have almost spoil us with all their capabilities. Western also has a lot of connections with basically every major airline you could think of, so getting a job when I graduate ... will be a lot easier.
—Evin Cooper, aviation flight science major (from Monroe, Michigan)