Bachelors

Aviation Studies, BMS

Bachelor of Multidisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Aviation Studies

The online Bachelor of Multidisciplinary Studies (BMS) degree with an area of concentration in Aviation Studies degree program, along with the nationally recognized University of Nebraska at Omaha Aviation Institute, offers high-quality programs featuring full-time and adjunct faculty who are nationally recognized authorities in the field of aviation.

120

Total Credits

$268

Cost Per Credit

Online

UNO

Student choose this program because of:

Internship programs are available to gain hands-on experience in the field.
Student organizations are offered to help connect with other students who share the same passion.
Scholarship opportunities are available to students pursuing a career in aviation .

Students may receive up to 21 credit hours for FAA flight certificates and ratings. They may be used in:

Secondary fields: 12 credit hours.
Elective fields: 6 credit hours.
In the concentration: 3 credit hours .

The University of Nebraska at Omaha is dedicated to the city and state in its name. As the University of Nebraska's metropolitan university campus, no fences or barriers separate students from the opportunities offered by the greater Omaha area. The campus addresses real issues, by providing relevant learning opportunities that uniquely prepare graduates as professionals and active members of their community so they can transform and improve the lives of those on a local, regional, national, and international level.

Learning at UNO

Career Outlook

In the case of airline and commercial pilots, over the next 10 years, many pilots are expected to retire as they reach the required retirement age of 65 providing many job openings to new pilots. The annual median pay for an airline or commercial pilot is $105,720 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2016). An air traffic controller, who coordinates the movement of aircraft to maintain safe distances between them, makes about $122,410 median annual pay.

Potential career paths following graduation may include:

Professional pilot
Airport administration
Corporate and general aviation
Operations management
Airline operations
Safety and security
Federal government
Dispatch
Air traffic control

Note: This program does not qualify for the Restricted ATP Certificate.

Finance Your Education

The University of Nebraska offers some of the most affordable tuition rates in the region, particularly for our online programs. Explore the array of funding options to finance your education in a way that makes sense for you.

Online tuition rates are calculated by credit hour and college offering the course and, because the University of Nebraska is a public institution supported by Nebraska taxpayers, Nebraska residents may receive a lower tuition rate than out-of-state students.

Cost Per Credit
In-State	Out-of-State
$268	$622
Note: Campuses may charge additional fees; see the Paying for School page for more details.

Financial Aid and Scholarships

We believe cost should not be a barrier to accessing higher education, even for online programs. Financial aid and scholarships are available for many students. Please see the Paying for School page for additional information and links to campus financial aid resources.

Military and Veteran Services

Our programs are an ideal way for military, veterans, and dependents to advance education with military advisers and staff on each campus, flexible deployment and activation policies, and generous acceptance of transfer credits. Visit our Prospective Student page and explore what the University of Nebraska offers.

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Transfer Credits

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