The Faster Track to Commercial Pilot Careers
Elevate your pilot career with a degree from California Aeronautical University (CAU). Designed for optimal efficiency, our Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics program allows you to start flying in your first term—no lottery selection or prerequisite courses required. CAU students earn a degree while building flight hours, all within about 3 years - the faster track to the airline of your dreams.
Students earn a university degree plus 6 certificates/ratings in 3 years at 1,000 hours.
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CAU DEGREE PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS
Financial aid and scholarships available to those who qualify. Ask about our $10,000 tuition reduction program.
FLY FOR AIRLINES AT 21
Eligible students can qualify to fly for the airlines at only 21 years old. Without a degree, candidates have to wait until they're 23.
FLIGHT TIME-SAVINGS
Eligible degree students receive crucial time-saving benefits, including qualifying for a R-ATP with only 1,000 flight hours.
DIRECT PATH TO AIRLINES
CAU is partnered directly with major and regional airlines, which offer a direct and accelerated pathway to the airline's flight deck.
Direct Pathway to Airline Cadet Programs
CAU has partnered directly with major and regional airlines to create opportunities for our students, many of which include a direct pathway to the airline’s cadet program.
University Advantage
Flight students can take advantage of the university benefits offered by California Aeronautical University.
TIME-SAVINGS
Eligible CAU students can qualify for a restricted Airline Transport Pilot (R-ATP) certification and only need 1,000 hours for the flight hour requirement. Candidates without a bachelor’s degree typically need 1,500 hours for their ATP. That's a savings of 500 flight hours.
FLY FOR THE AIRLINES AT 21 YEARS OLD
By earning a degree from CAU, eligible students can qualify to fly for the airlines at only 21 years old with 1,000 hours. Without a degree, candidates can qualify for a R-ATP at age 21 but they’ll need 1,500 hours. Typically, without the reduced hours a degree offers, it is more difficult to earn 1,500 flight hours by age 21 to qualify for a R-ATP. That typically means CAU students can fly for airlines up to 2 years sooner.
CONSISTENT TRAINING
At CAU, all courses and flight training lessons are scheduled for our students. The schedule allows students to maintain a steady progress throughout their training.
AVIATION PROGRAMS
Are you looking for the thrill - the adventure - the prestige of an aviation career? Have you dreamed about making it happen? There’s no better time to get started than right now! Whether you attend our California or Arizona locations, CAU offers a variety of exciting programs for students to choose from.
SCHOOL OF AVIATION
B.S. AERONAUTICS
-Bachelor’s degree pilot program
-Duration: 3 years (approximate)
-225 flight hours (min), 188 quarter credits
-You may be eligible for a 500-hour reduction in FAA-mandated flight time for an air transport pilot (ATP)
A.S. AVIATION STUDIES - FIXED WING
-Associate’s degree pilot program
-Fast-track program – potential to complete program within 22 months
-221 flight hours (min), 111 quarter credits
-You may be eligible for a 250-hour reduction in FAA-mandated flight time for an air transport pilot (ATP)
AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY
-Diploma or associate's degree
-Offered in Bakersfield, CA only
-Fast-track program – potential to complete program within 17-22 months
-15-23 courses, 86 quarter credits
-Grads receive 263-piece Sonic Tools toolkit upon graduation
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
B.S. AVIATION BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
We’ll help you acquire valuable analytical and interpersonal skills desired by hiring managers in the aviation industry, increasing your employment potential. If you’re looking for a more business-oriented aviation career, it might be time to give our aviation business administration degree a shot.
SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES
MASTER OF AVIATION SCIENCE
As a technical aviation graduate program, the Master of Aviation Science (MAS) degree at California Aeronautical University is designed for those interested in elevating their skills and knowledge to move into leadership positions within the fields of airline and airport operations, logistics, and transportation safety. This course is offered 100% online.
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