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THE FASTER TRACK
Discover what sets CAU apart
A Degree + 6 Certificates/Ratings in 3 Years at 1,000 Hours
Elevate your pilot career with a degree from California Aeronautical University (CAU). Designed for optimal efficiency, our Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics program allows you to start flying in your first term—no lottery selection or prerequisite courses required.
CAU students earn a degree while building flight hours, all within about 3 years - the faster track to the airline of your dreams.
Seniority matters. Get there faster with a degree.
CAU DEGREE PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Financial Aid & Tuition Reductions
Federal financial aid and scholarships to those who qualify. Ask about our $10,000 tuition reduction program.
Competitive Advantage
A degree can be your competitive advantage. Stand out as a candidate.
Flight-Time Savings
Eligible degree students receive crucial time-saving benefits, including qualifying for a R-ATP with only 1,000 flight hours - saving 500 flight hours vs non-degree programs.
Direct Path to Airlines
CAU has partnered with major and regional airlines to create opportunities for our students, many of which include a direct pathway to the airline’s flight deck.
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The Faster Track
Flight students can take advantage of the fast-track benefits offered by California Aeronautical University.
FLIGHT TIME-SAVINGS
Eligible CAU students can qualify for a restricted Airline Transport Pilot (R-ATP) certification and only need 1,000 hours for the flight hour requirement. Candidates without a bachelor’s degree typically need 1,500 hours for their ATP. That's a savings of 500 flight hours.
*FLY FOR THE AIRLINES AT 21 YEARS OLD
By earning a degree from CAU, eligible students can qualify to fly for the airlines at only 21 years old with 1,000 hours. Without a degree, candidates can qualify for a R-ATP at age 21 but they’ll need 1,500 hours. Typically, without the reduced hours a degree offers, it is more difficult to earn 1,500 flight hours by age 21 to qualify for a R-ATP. That typically means CAU students can fly for airlines up to 2 years sooner.
CONSISTENT TRAINING
At CAU, all courses and flight training lessons are scheduled for our students. The schedule allows students to maintain a steady progress throughout their training.
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AVIATION PROGRAMS
Are you looking for the thrill - the adventure - the prestige of an aviation career? Have you dreamed about making it happen? There’s no better time to get started than right now! Whether you attend our California or Arizona locations, CAU offers a variety of exciting programs for students to choose from.
B.S. AERONAUTICS
- Bachelor’s degree level fixed-wing pilot program
- Earn private, instrument, commercial, CFI, CFII, and commercial-multi
- Duration: 3 years (approximate)
- 225 flight hours (min), 188 quarter credits
- Eligible for a 500-hour reduction in FAA-mandated flight time for an air transport pilot (ATP)
A.S. AVIATION STUDIES
- Associate’s degree level pilot program
- Earn private, instrument, commercial-single, and CFI
- Fast-track program – potential to complete program within 22 months
- 221 flight hours (min), 111 quarter credits
- Eligible for a 250-hour reduction in FAA-mandated flight time for an air transport pilot (ATP)
AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY
- Diploma or associate's degree
- Offered at Bakersfield location (main campus)
- Fast-track program – potential to complete program within 17-22 months
- 15-23 courses, 86 quarter credits
- Prepared for A&P certification exams
- Grads receive 263-piece Sonic Tools toolkit upon graduation