Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 61.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 58.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $67,739
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $16,979
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 5:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 55.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $180/mo
Outcomes Overview
Aviator College graduates enter an aviation industry hungry for pilots and technicians, with a 97.1% employment rate reflecting strong demand. The median debt of $16,979 creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 25% against first-year earnings of $67,739. Monthly loan payments of $180 consume only 3.2% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. Most graduates become commercial pilots, aircraft mechanics, or air traffic controllers for airlines, cargo companies, and aviation service providers. Earnings jump dramatically with experience, reaching $85,620 after five years as pilots gain flight hours and certifications. Despite the specialized nature and higher tuition costs, this represents a strong return on investment.