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Bachelor of Science in Aviation Sciences

105 plane landingThe Aviation Sciences degree program offers three options: Professional Pilot, Aviation Management, and Technical Services Management. The program is a fusion of liberal arts, aviation management, and business courses. It is a leadership program that prepares students for careers of sustained advancement and achievement in the aviation and aerospace industry.

Three Options

Graduation from the Professional Pilot option requires the commercial pilot certificate with instrument, certified flight instructor, and multi-engine ratings. The program places a strong emphasis on crew resource management and human factors instruction and includes the use of a high-altitude chamber. The Aviation Management and the Technical Services Management options include courses in management, business, and aviation industry. These options prepare students for careers with airlines, aviation manufacturers, state and government agencies and other businesses in the aviation industry. Internships have been established with major airlines and airports and are available to qualified students.

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Stillwater and Tulsa

The Aviation Sciences degree program is available through both OSU-Stillwater and OSU-Tulsa. In Stillwater, aviation theory courses are conducted on the main campus while flight instruction is conducted at Stillwater Municipal Airport. In Tulsa, degree requirements are completed through the Aviation Education Alliance. Flight instruction is conducted at Tulsa Jones Riverside Airport.

Training Aircraft

The OSU training fleet consists of C-152s, C-172s, C-172RGs, and BE-76 Duchess aircraft. The size of the fleet is determined by student load, which permits students to start their flight training during their first semester. Aircraft are maintained by OSU maintenance personnel and are in excellent condition.

Student Organizations

The Flying Aggies Aviation Club is recognized as one of the country's leading aviation clubs. The OSU Chapter of the American Association of Airport Executives is an extremely active student organization as well.

Getting the Job

OSU Aviation Education programs are highly regarded in the aviation industry. Graduates of the program have been very successful finding career positions upon graduation. OSU Career Services, the COE career consultant, the academic advisement staff, and faculty communicate regularly with employers seeking to hire OSU College of Education graduates.

Scholarships

Last year more than $250,000 in scholarships were awarded to students in the College of Education. Several scholarships are specifically set aside for aviation students and for female aviation students. In addition to endowed scholarships from the college, students are sometimes awarded scholarships from state or national professional organizations. You may also apply for fee waivers, college workstudy, federal grants and loans, and employment opportunities on campus.

More Information

Office of Student Services
106 Willard
Stillwater, OK 74078-4035
Phone: 405/744-6350
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