Bachelor's in Aviation Science

Elizabeth City State University (ECSU) offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including arts and sciences, education, and technology. The university's mission is centered on empowering students with the knowledge, skills, and experiences necessary to succeed in their chosen careers and contribute meaningfully to society. ECSU takes pride in its supportive and close-knit community, fostering a collaborative learning environment that encourages personal growth and development. Through its dedicated faculty and staff, the university aims to provide students with a comprehensive educational experience that combines rigorous academics with hands-on learning opportunities. With a focus on promoting leadership, critical thinking, and social responsibility, Elizabeth City State University continues to serve as a vital institution for higher education in North Carolina, preparing students to become future leaders and change-makers in their communities and beyond.

The Aviation Science Program is the academic unit of Elizabeth City State University that educates and trains students for careers and opportunities in aviation. The University's proximity to many large and small businesses, manufacturers, military installations, and government agencies that are integrally involved with aviation and aerospace makes Elizabeth City State University ideally located for students interested in aviation and aerospace careers. For students interested in careers as professional pilots, the weather and temperatures of northeastern North Carolina are near perfect for maximizing the number of days available for flight training activities. The aviation program at Elizabeth City State University offers students a comprehensive education in their chosen aviation area of study. Moreover, the curriculum offers general education and liberal arts courses that are intended to help students broaden their perspectives about themselves and their careers while, at the same time, giving them the knowledge and confidence to be successful in the competitive fields of aviation and aerospace. Aviation students have a range of aviation program options from which to choose. An experienced and dedicated aviation faculty helps each student on an individual basis to choose the aviation program that best meets his/her career interests. This high quality, unique program is attractive to a broad range of potential students, from traditional-aged college students through community college transfer students, members of the Coast Guard or other branches of the military, and other adults in the area who have completed some college-level work but have not yet earned a four-year degree.