Purdue University Global

Purdue University Global Online Professional Flight Program

Fly Legacy Aviation is the official flight training affiliate of Purdue University Global

Are you ready to realize your dream of becoming a commercial pilot?  Take the first step and earn your online bachelor’s degree in professional flight at Purdue University Global. This degree program gives you a broad perspective of the aviation industry, from understanding your aircraft to managing aviation operations. All of your degree’s required courses in aviation and general education are 100% online, giving you flexibility to balance your studies and flight training with your life, while all in-person flight instructions are conducted in Pembroke Pines, Florida. The bachelor’s degree plan of study, curriculum, and courses have been developed in collaboration with Purdue’s legendary School of Aviation and Transportation Technology, whose renowned alumni have been part of every major achievement in aviation and aeronautics for more than 100 years.

Bachelor of Science in Professional Flight

Purdue Global’s professional flight degree program is a collaboration between Purdue Global and Purdue University’s School of Aviation and Transportation Technology. It combines the quality of Purdue’s legendary aviation program spanning more than six decades with the flexibility and affordability that Purdue Global offers. Legendary aviators like Amelia Earhart, Neil Armstrong, and Sully Sullenberger once called Purdue University their home.

After completing your professional pilot certificates and ratings, you could receive 45 transfer credits when enrolled in the professional flight degree at Purdue Global, which could help you:

• Complete a bachelor’s degree in professional flight online in 2–3 years
• Save up to $28,400 in tuition
• Work on your degree while completing your flight training or working as a full-time flight instructor

Bachelor of Science in Aviation Management

Purdue Global’s aviation management program combines aviation operations and business management skills to develop you for managerial-level positions. Offered 100% online, you’ll gain specialized knowledge of the aviation industry, taught by faculty with years of aviation industry experience as pilots, entrepreneurs, executives, managers, and military personnel. This program can also accept eligible transfer credits for those who hold FAA certificates and ratings.

Fly From Day One

Begin flying immediately in term 1.  Flexible one-on-one training lets you determine the best schedule to fit your needs, and the online curriculum gives you added flexibility.

Already have flight experience? You could be eligible to receive credit toward your aviation degree, saving you even more time and money.

Whatever your aviation experience level, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in professional flight at Purdue Global equips you for success with the knowledge, licenses, and ratings you need to compete for positions as a commercial airline pilot or flight instructor.

Program Certifications

Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science in Professional Flight, you will have earned the following industry certifications:

• Private Pilot Flight Certification
• Instrument Rating Certification
• Commercial Pilot Flight Certification
• Certified Flight Instructor Certification (CFI)
• Multiengine Flight Certification (ME)

Once you complete flight school training in term 8, you’ll be qualified to work as a flight instructor while still pursuing your goal to become a commercial pilot. Networking with aviation professionals along the way can help you achieve your career goals.

Receive a Partner School Tuition Reduction

Purdue Global’s alliance with our flight school includes a variety of time- and money-saving benefits. Through the partnership, all students and immediate family members receive a 20% tuition reduction on undergraduate programs and a 14% tuition reduction on graduate programs. Textbooks are included for undergraduate programs.

Created for Adults

With flexible learning options, a generous transfer credit policy, and personalized support, we’re dedicated to helping you achieve your goals.

Nationally Ranked and Respected

Purdue Global is part of the respected Purdue University system, one of the most prestigious research universities in the world.

Credit for Prior Learning: See the University Catalog for Prior Learning policy. Credits for certifications apply only to BS in Professional Flight.

Employment and Completion Time: Purdue Global cannot guarantee employment or career advancement. This program is relatively new and thus historical data regarding time to completion are not available. Completion time estimates based on: 3 years, 2 courses per term; 2 years, 3 courses per term.

Nationally Ranked and Respected: Rankings apply to Purdue University West Lafayette and not to Purdue Global.

Textbooks: Not all courses require textbooks; some use electronic instructional materials. Books and course materials are included in the price of tuition for all undergraduate courses. Graduate students are responsible for the cost of textbooks/instructional materials.

Tuition Reduction: Must be an employee, member (if an association), flight student (if a flight school), or family member of an employee, member, or flight student of an organization with which Purdue Global has an educational relationship; family members include spouses, domestic partners, parents, siblings, and children. Tuition reduction cannot be applied in conjunction with any other Purdue Global reduction, voucher, scholarship, military tuition reductions, or ExcelTrack® pricing.