Aviation

Admissions: 1-877-UMA-1234 ext. 3465 or (207) 621-3465
Advising Center: 1-877-UMA-1234 ext. 3149 or (207) 621-3149
Coordinator: Gregory Jolda
Website: www.uma.edu/academics/programs/aviation/

Program Objectives

The Aviation Program provides a Bachelor of Science degree in Aviation to students interested in becoming FAA certified commercial pilots while earning a comprehensive baccalaureate degree from an accredited university. The B.S. in Aviation is offered in collaboration/partnership with Maine Instrument Flight (MIF), a full service flight school & charter flight operation.

Students will be trained for employment within the aviation industry. With the licenses and ratings earned through completion of this program, graduates will have earned credentials needed to pursue employment as: cargo pilot, charter pilot, passenger operations pilot, military pilot, flight instructor, aerial photographer, agricultural operations pilot, traffic & news reporting pilot, public safety pilot, wildlife service pilot, tour pilot, remote location pilot and eventually as airline pilots after earning their Airline Transport Pilot rating. Many aviation occupations require bachelor’s degrees as well as certification. Additionally, young graduates would be well qualified to compete for military pilot training slots.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the degree, graduates will:

qualify for employment in the air transportation industry
qualify as instructors to others under FAA certification
understand the physical, meteorological, mathematical, legal, security and historical aspects of flight
exhibit an understanding of ethical and professional responsibilities

Academic Advising

Aviation majors are required to meet with their advisor prior to registration. An advisor’s signature or electronic equivalent is required for registration. Students are encouraged to continue to meet with their advisor on a regular basis to help ensure a productive and meaningful college experience.

Admissions Requirements (see UMA general requirements)