Take your passion for flight to new heights with Hesston College’s Bachelor of Science in Aviation – Professional Pilot program. With a legacy of excellence since 1970, Hesston aviation provides hands-on training, industry partnerships and a direct path to a professional flying career. As a SkyWest Airlines Partner School, we offer a streamlined transition from student to industry professional, equipping graduates with the knowledge, experience and FAA certifications needed to succeed. |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 75 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Program Requirements: - Have a high school diploma and an unweighted GPA of 2.5 or above OR a GED certificate;
- Have a minimum 2.5 GPA for all completed higher education work;
- Have achieved one of the following: a minimum composite score of 19 on the ACT, a minimum combined critical reading and mathematics score of 990 on the SAT or an ACCUPLACER Next-Gen Score of 255 in Reading and 255 in Writing – only one ACCUPLACER retake allowed;
English language proficiency – All Hesston College Aviation students, in accordance with Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 61, must be able to read, speak, write and understand the English language in order to meet the minimum eligibility criteria established by the FAA for airman certification. The FAA’s determination of English proficiency directly correlates to the International Civil Aviation Organization’s established criteria for Level 4 Operational Proficiency.
Airman Medical Certificate – Each Hesston College Aviation student must obtain a First Class (1st Class) FAA Airman Medical Certificate issued by a FAA-authorized Aviation Medical Examiner (AME). Further information about obtaining an Airman Medical Certificate will be communicated upon acceptance to the Hesston College Aviation program.
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| Test Scores: | - International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or DuoLingo or Pearson Test of English (Academic)
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| Additional Admission Requirements: | Submit the Following - Two (2) personal references – If you are employed within the field of Aviation, one (1) of your references must be completed by your current employer. References from personal acquaintances or relatives will not be accepted. Ask your references to complete the form at hesston.edu/reference.
- Official high school or GED transcripts
- Official ACT, SAT or ACCUPLACER test scores
- Official transcripts from all colleges, universities or other schools attended
Applicants who have initiated flight training prior to their acceptance must provide the following documents for review. This information will aid in establishing one’s placement within the flight training program. - A copy of the Airman’s Pilot Certificate (Student or Private)
- A copy of a current, valid and unrestricted Class 1 FAA Airman Medical Certificate
- A copy of the last page of the applicant’s pilot logbook
Upon the completion of review of all documents and interviews, Hesston College Aviation will provide a formal written notification of its disposition for acceptance.
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* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.