Atlantic Cape's Aviation Program offers a powerful launchpad for students eager to soar into one of today’s most exciting and fast-growing industries. With the support and guidance of our highly-trained, experienced instructors, you'll gain the essential skills and confidence needed to pursue a rewarding and dynamic career in aviation.
Whether you're aiming for a future in airport operations, aviation business administration, air traffic control, or air transportation management, our comprehensive programs are designed to equip you with both hands-on training and deep technical knowledge. You can even chart a course to become a licensed airplane or helicopter pilot — all right here, with expert instruction and real-world preparation that puts your goals within reach.
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Experience the thrill of piloting your own aircraft. An exciting career awaits you filled with travel and job security in a dynamic work environment with competitive salaries.
Obtaining the skills to pilot a helicopter can prepare you for thrilling career options in emergency services, corporate transport and more. Enjoy this prestigious and rewarding job.
A worthwhile and in-demand career that puts you in charge of safely guiding airline pilots, their aircraft and the more than 2.5 million passengers each day from takeoff to landing.
Your path towards an exhilarating career in an array of aviation-related fields including airport management, aircraft dispatch, aviation security and aviation business management starts here.
Certificate Flight Instructor The Flight Instructor Certificate provides students with an opportunity to obtain the knowledge, expertise, and aeronautical proficiency necessary to meet the requirements for a commercial rating with an airplane or a helicopter category and a single-engine land class rating, and a flight instructor certificate with an airplane category rating and single-engine class rating.
Professional Series Commerical Pilot This series prepares students for a Federal Aviation Administration license as a commercial pilot with an instrument rating. Before enrolling in this program, students must meet the physical and legal requirements for becoming a commercial pilot. Students are required to have proof of U.S. citizenship or TSA approval and have a valid second-class medical certificate to enroll in this series. A second application is required for admission.
Student Testimonial
Peter Wagner
Class of 2020 - A.S. Aviation Studies
"Atlantic Cape provided me with knowledge in the field of aviation from UAS (drones) to weather and air traffic control. The Aviation Studies degree gave me a great foundation to continue on in my educational career and pursue my chosen career path."
Not sure what you want to study? You’re not alone. Lots of students start college still figuring it out.
Your Student Services Specialist can help you explore career paths and choose a major that fits your goals. We've categorized our majors into nine Guided Pathways that can help you determine your college concentration.
Want to start on your own? Try our free online tool Career Coach to match your interests with real jobs and salaries.
College costs less than you think, especially with financial aid.
Filling out the FAFSA is free and it’s the key to grants, state aid, and even tuition-free college.
Start your FAFSA at studentaid.gov and use Atlantic Cape’s school code: 002596. If you are a resident of NJ, you will receive an email instructing you to fill out the NJ State Financial Aid application once the FAFSA application is processed. Be sure to fill it out too as you can save even more through state aid!
Not a U.S. citizen? No problem - you may still qualify for financial aid through New Jersey. Just complete the NJ Alternative Financial Aid Application instead of the FAFSA.
Need help? We’ve got you. Just ask your Specialist or stop by the One-Stop.
You can register online through your Atlantic Cape Connect portal via the Self Service card or meet with your Specialist in person.
We’ll make sure you stay on track with your goals and have a schedule that works for your life.
Want to see the schedule for the upcoming semesters? Visit our Course Catalog & Class Schedules page. NOTE: Atlantic Cape Connect keeps the most up-to-date class schedules.
We encourage everyone to apply for financial aid – it’s free to do so and could save you money. Please fill out the FAFSA application and fill out the state aid section as well. Our school code is 002596. Scholarships are not just based on academic performance. New students will automatically be considered for scholarships.
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For additional information about Atlantic Cape’s Aviation program, including details on admissions, curriculum, and career opportunities, please contact our Aviation department. Our team is here to answer your questions and help guide you toward your future in flight.
Atlantic Cape Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or disability in its programs and activities. Atlantic Cape will take steps to assure that the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in vocational education programs.
