Program Overview
The Aviation Science Professional Pilot Degree program offers a robust and industry-recognized education in aviation, preparing you for FAA certifications and equipping you with the skills needed to become a commercial pilot. The program includes flight training, classroom instruction, and practical aviation experiences to ensure you graduate as a well-rounded pilot. In addition to flying, you’ll gain knowledge in aviation theory, meteorology, regulations, navigation, and flight operations. With state-of-the-art flight simulators and access to experienced faculty members, this program offers everything you need to start your aviation career.
Program Highlights
- Graduate with your FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate and Instrument Rating, giving you the qualifications required to work as a commercial pilot.
- Log actual flight hours under the guidance of certified flight instructors, ensuring you have the skills and experience needed for professional flight operations.
- Train with the latest flight simulation technology to hone your skills in a safe, controlled environment before you take flight.
- Comprehensive curriculum that covers all aspects of flight training, aviation theory, and professional piloting, ensuring you're well-prepared for your FAA check ride and career.
- Network with aviation employers and professionals through internships and partnership opportunities.
Program Details
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Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
Courses typically cover basics of flight, flight planning, the science of weather, aviation safety protocols, Instrument Rating, and hands-on flight hours and skills. Courses include:
- Private Pilot Ground School
- Commercial Pilot Flight Training
- Aviation Weather and Meteorology
- Navigation and Flight Planning
- Flight Safety and Regulations
- Instrument Rating
For a full list of courses visit our Academic Catalog.
The Aviation Science Professional Pilot degree will equip you with the knowledge and qualifications to pursue a variety of career opportunities in the aviation industry. Graduates can pursue careers such as:
- Commercial Pilot
- Charter Pilot
- Flight Instructor
- Corporate Pilot
- Airline Pilot
- Cargo Pilot
- Flight Operations Specialist
Once you’ve earned your degree and completed your training, you may want to pursue further education in aviation or related fields. NSCC maintains transfer agreements with various four-year institutions, expanding opportunities for students to pursue bachelor's degrees in their chosen fields. Students are encouraged to consult with academic advisors to explore transfer agreements and plan their academic pathways accordingly.
Bridgewater State University
A.S. Aviation Science Professional Pilot to B.S. Aviation Science Flight Training
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The total cost for flight training is approximately $60,751.00. NSCC's Aviation Science Professional Pilot is currently not approved for MassReconnect
and GI Bill® funding.
All students enrolled in the NSCC Aviation Science Professional Pilot Program must meet the Transportation Security Administration's requirements. Due to increased sensitivity of national security risks at flight training institutions, all flight students are required by the TSA to verify their citizenship status prior to beginning any flight training.
To learn more about NSCC's Aviation Science Professional Pilot program reference our Frequently Asked Questions.
Lorri Badolato
Plane Sense
John Bosco
Faculty
NSCC
Michael Bratt
First Officer
Pinnacle Airlines / Colgan Air Inc.
Jonathon Coste
Cape Air
Bob Crowther
US Airways
Todd Deinstadt
Captain
Raytheon Corporation
Paul Devlin
WSI Corporation
Adam Donofrio
General Electric Aviation
Michael Hirsch
Northwest Airlines
Derek Lagasee
Bridgewater
Greg Lukas
Michael Marxsen
BFC
Skip McLean
United/NSCC
Arne Nordeide
BFC
Tim Perry
Jonathan Prohaska
Alpha Flying, Inc.
K Regan
Kenneth Robinson
North Atlantic Air, Inc.
Joshua Sim
Cape Air
Neil Singer
FAA Examiner
Alexa Singer
Faculty/Aviation Science Coordinator
NSCC
Walter Sorenson
Captain
American Airlines
Paul Steeves
Thomas Stewart
Andrew Stuppa
Sergio Vergara
Jennifer Walsh
BFC
R Woo
Cirrus Aircraft
Please note the data above reflects a degree in the listed program
Program Questions
aviation@northshore.edu
978-762-4048
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Accreditation
North Shore Community College is an accredited public institute of higher education where all are welcome and each is challenged. NSCC is accredited by NECHE, the New England Commission of Higher Education.
FAA Air Agency Certificate
North Shore Community College maintains the FAA Air Agency Certificate LQ8S303Q for a Part 141 Pilot School. This includes a Private Pilot Ground School course which is conducted under FAR Part 141. All flight instruction is required to be conducted by an appropriately rated FAA-certified flight instructor at the NSCC-approved flight training facility, Beverly Flight Center, and is conducted under FAR part 141.