Flight Instructor
A flight instructor is a person who teaches others to fly aircraft. Specific privileges granted to holders of a flight instructor qualification vary from country to country, but very generally, a flight instructor serves to enhance or evaluate the knowledge and skill level of an aviator in pursuit of a higher pilot's license, certificate or rating.
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Matching Flight Instructor Colleges
Aviator College of Aeronautical Science and Technology
At least 2 but less than 4 years; Private for profit; $8,325 average out-state tuition; $8,325 average in-state tuition |
Averett University
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $36,900 average out-state tuition; $36,900 average in-state tuition |
South Dakota State University
Four or more years; Public; $11,283 average out-state tuition; $7,773 average in-state tuition |
Dodge City Community College
At least 2 but less than 4 years; Public; $1,710 average out-state tuition; $1,410 average in-state tuition |
University of Maine at Augusta
Four or more years; Public; $18,210 average out-state tuition; $7,350 average in-state tuition |
University of North Dakota
Four or more years; Public; $13,323 average out-state tuition; $8,882 average in-state tuition |
Madisonville Community College
At least 2 but less than 4 years; Public; $15,048 average out-state tuition; $4,296 average in-state tuition |
Scholarships for Flight Instructor Majors
BrandSource x Foster Love ScholarshipFoster Love |
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award Up to $11,000 |
deadline Varies |
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Vorbeck Aviation ScholarshipUniversity of Cincinnati Clermont College |
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award $5,000 |
deadline Varies |
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Sporty's Foundation Aviation ScholarshipUniversity of Cincinnati Clermont College |
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award Up to $15,000 |
deadline Varies |
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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Boeing Scholars ProgramEmbry-Riddle Aeronautical University |
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award Up to $7,500 |
deadline Varies |
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UAA/Piedmont Airlines Scholarship for Flight TrainingUniversity Aviation Association (UAA) |
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award $5,000 |
deadline June 30, 2025 |
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UAA/Piedmont Airlines ScholarshipUniversity Aviation Association (UAA) |
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award $5,000 |
deadline June 30, 2025 |
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Sisters of the Skies ScholarshipSisters of the Skies |
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award Up to $10,000 |
deadline July 31, 2025 |
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RAA ScholarshipRegional Airline Association |
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award $4,000 |
deadline June 01, 2025 |
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Heritage Scholarship (COT) - University of Montana, Montana TechUniversity of Montana at Montana Tech |
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award $3,568 |
deadline Varies |
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Phillips Aviation Advantage ScholarshipUniversity of Cincinnati Clermont College |
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award $2,500 |
deadline Varies |
Flight Instructor Related Majors
- Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology
- Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew
- Aviation/Airway Management and Operations
- Air Traffic Controller
- Airline Flight Attendant
- Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer
- Air Transportation
- Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation
- Marine Transportation
- Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor
- Transportation and Materials Moving
- Ground Transportation
- Diver, Professional and Instructor
- Commercial Fishing
- Railroad and Railway Transportation
- Mobil Crane Operator/Operation
- Remote Aircraft Pilot
- Flagging and Traffic Control
- Forklift Operation/Operator