Tracks
Aircraft Fleet
Students Enrolled in Program
About the Program
Take your career to new heights with MGA’s Bachelor of Science in Aviation Science and Management. Whether you dream of piloting aircraft, working in air traffic control, or managing aviation operations, this program prepares you to lead in one of the world’s fastest-moving industries.
At MGA, you’ll train with state-of-the-art simulators, fly at our Eastman campus, learn at the Middle Georgia Regional Airport, or study specialized tracks online.
With FAA-approved ground school training and opportunities to advance from private pilot to commercial and instructor ratings, you’ll graduate ready for a variety of high-paying, high-demand aviation careers. From the cockpit to the control tower, this program is your launchpad to success. The sky isn’t the limit — it’s where your future begins.
Tracks
- Flight Airplane
- Flight Helicopter
- Aviation Management
Why MGA?
Affordable
As the number one most affordable state university in the state of Georgia, students at MGA pay on average* $3,041 for a 15 credit-hour semester (that's a full course load).
*Tuition and fees differ for in-state, out-of-state, and international students. Please visit the Tuition page for more information.
Student First
The University is equipped with faculty committed to student success and provides pathways to career, flexible learning options, experiential learning, and resources for student support and engagement. More than 80% of MGA School of Aviation's alumni work within the state of Georgia with their career-ready skills.
Graduates took flight with a job placement rate among the best in the state and multiple airline partnerships that support their careers in aviation, business, and more.
Accredited
Accredited by the Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI), the BS in Aviation Science & Management program delivers the ground school courses required by the FAA under 14CFR Part 141 for training from private pilot through Airplane Multi Engine Commercial, CFI and CFII. Students enrolled in any of our flight certificates or degrees must pass FAA written exams and FAA practical exams to gain the necessary license and certificates in order to obtain employment in the industry.
To learn more about institution-wide accreditation information, please visit the Accreditation page.
What Can You Do with This Degree?
MGA has partnered with the following airlines to establish career paths for graduates:
- Endeavor Air - Step Initiative
- Republic AIrways - Airline Career Pipelines Interview Program
- PSA Airlines - Airline Pilot Cadet Program
- CoJet Airlines - Wingman Program
- Mesa Airlines - Cadet Pipeline
- Delta Propel Pilot Career Path Program
Graduates of the BSASM program at MGA have continued their careers in the following programs and positions:
- Air Traffic Controller
- Aircraft Load Agents
- Aircraft Logistics Coordinator
- Airline Pilot
- Airport Attendant
- Airport Manager
- Certified Flight Instructor
*Source: https://www.usg.edu/your-future-earnings/app/state/earnings-after-graduation
Courses
Some of the required courses for this program include:
AERO 2104 Aviation Safety
AERO 2105 Aviation Regulations
AERO 2107 Aviation Law and Insurance
Flight Students Take
AERO 2102 Aviation Meteorology
AERO 2106 Private Pilot Ground School
Aviation Management Students Take
ECON 2105 Principles of Macroeconomics OR ECON 2106 Principles of Microeconomics
ACCT 2101 Principles of Accounting I
"MGA is the only public university in Georgia with aviation so that immediately got my attention. With the school being in state, that means it is much less expensive than other schools out of state that I was looking at. MGA is also not very far from home so that was another plus."
-Ed Jolley, 2019