Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Aeronautics – Commercial/Corporate
Seek a Future in Flight with Liberty’s Commercial/Corporate Aeronautics Degree
Liberty University has been recognized as one of the largest faith-based collegiate aviation programs in North America. If you are looking to fly for commercial airlines or corporate organizations, we provide aeronautics programs designed to help you pursue your career goals.
The aviation industry is positioned to grow extensively over the next 20 years, so now is the time to begin your career in flight. There is a projected need worldwide for over 674,000 new pilots by 2043,* so begin the journey now and earn an aeronautics bachelor’s degree to train in the skills and knowledge that may help you pursue a career as a pilot. Many airline and military recruiters look for Liberty University students to fill the need due to our school’s strong Christian foundation and standard of academic excellence.
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
- Get prepared for your career with our state-of-the-art training devices, planes, and simulators.
- Potential for certifications and licenses in areas like private or commercial pilot, instrument rating, single and multi-engine, and flight instructor rating.
- Learn from professors with years of real-life field experience.
What Will You Learn?
- Advanced aviation safety
- Corporate aviation practices
- GPS instrument navigation
- Ground theory
- Human factors in aviation
- Leadership skills
- Unmanned aerial systems (UAS)
*Boeing, Pilot and Technician Outlook 2024-2043, at https://www.boeing.com/commercial/market/pilot-technician-outlook#overview (viewed online Sep. 26, 2024). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.
Career Options for B.S. in Aeronautics – Commercial/Corporate Graduates
- Certified flight instructor
- Commercial pilot
- Corporate pilot
- Private pilot
Facilities and Resources Available to Aeronautics Students
Our aeronautics bachelor’s degrees allow you to pursue licenses even after completing your required commercial pilot. Once you complete your commercial/corporate degree concentration, you have the ability to become a certified flight instructor! While you work and fly with other students, you will be accruing the flight time required to work for airline and corporate pilot positions.
Because our aeronautics program has been recognized for excellence, we are able to offer students a Restricted Airline Transport Pilot (R-ATP) program that substantially reduces the required flight time. Fast-track your career in commercial and corporate flight so you can focus on what’s important!
Some of the other benefits of our bachelor’s degree in commercial and corporate flight include:
- FAA Part 141 flight instruction
- Financial aid available for courses and flight training
- Regional Airline Hiring Agreements
Admission Requirements for Our Undergraduate Degree Programs
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
- Admission essay
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
Credit Hours
Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jan 13, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
