Aspire Aviation Academy + Purdue Global Partnership
Take Your Flight Training Further
Aspire Aviation Academy is proud to partner with Purdue Global to provide our students with pathways to earn online bachelor’s degrees in Professional Flight or Aviation Management. Whether you’re working on your certificates, building hours as an instructor, or advancing toward a career in the airlines, this program helps you turn your training into a degree backed by one of the most respected names in aviation.
Why Choose Purdue Global?
Created for Adults
Flexible learning, generous transfer credit, and personalized support built for working pilots.
Nationally Ranked and Respected
Part of the Purdue University system, consistently ranked among the most prestigious U.S. universities.
Partner School Tuition Reduction
20% tuition reduction on undergraduate programs and 14% reduction on graduate programs. Undergraduate textbooks are included.
BS in Professional Flight
Turn your pilot training into a college degree. Purdue Global’s BS in Professional Flight program combines world-class online learning with the professional pilot certificates and ratings you earn through Aspire Aviation Academy.
Students can transfer up to 45 credits toward their degree, saving as much as $28,400 in tuition. Complete your bachelor’s in as little as 2–3 years while continuing your flight training or working as a full-time instructor.
BS in Aviation Management
Take your aviation career beyond the cockpit. Purdue Global’s BS in Aviation Management prepares students for leadership and business roles within the aviation industry.
Offered entirely online, the program blends aviation operations with management training, taught by faculty with extensive experience as pilots, executives, entrepreneurs, and military leaders. FAA certificates and ratings may also be applied as transfer credit, helping you advance your degree faster.
Purdue Global Program FAQs
Do I need to be a full-time student to participate in the Purdue Global program?
No. Both degree options — Professional Flight and Aviation Management — are offered 100% online, making it possible to complete your coursework while continuing flight training or working full-time.
How many credits can I transfer from my flight training at Aspire?
You may be eligible to transfer up to 45 credits for FAA certificates and ratings, including Private Pilot, Instrument, Commercial, Multiengine, and CFI.
Can this program help me save on tuition?
Yes. Partner savings and transfer credits can significantly reduce overall costs:
- Up to $28,400 in tuition savings through eligible transfer credits.
- 20% tuition reduction on undergraduate programs and 14% on graduate programs for Aspire partners.
- 55% tuition reduction for active-duty service members and 38% for veterans.
Are textbooks included in tuition?
Yes. Undergraduate students receive textbooks included in the cost of their program, making it even more affordable to complete your degree.
Do I have to choose between training at Aspire and pursuing a degree at Purdue Global?
Not at all. The partnership is designed to let you do both. You can complete your degree coursework online while continuing your in-aircraft training at Aspire, blending hands-on flying with academic advancement.
Is this program only for future professional pilots?
No. While many students pursue the BS in Professional Flight, the BS in Aviation Management is ideal for those interested in aviation business, operations, and leadership roles.
Your Future in Aviation Starts Now
With Aspire Aviation Academy and Purdue Global, you don’t have to choose between world-class flight training and earning a respected degree. This partnership opens the door to both — allowing you to train locally in Kansas City while advancing your education online with one of the most recognized aviation universities in the country.