Minnesota State University - Mankato

Minnesota State University, Mankato runs an aviation program in its College of Education. The university is in Mankato, Minnesota. The site says its aviation program is the only four year accredited program in Minnesota.

The program offers a Bachelor of Science in Aviation. Students can study flight, unmanned aircraft systems and aviation management. Graduates can work as professional pilots, flight instructors, airport or airline administrators, airline dispatchers or air traffic controllers.

The program's mission is to educate students who will design, manage and operate the aviation system. It combines university studies with aviation, flight and management training. The site says this gives students airmanship knowledge and professional skills.

The program's goals are to graduate students who are well prepared for aviation careers. The site also says the program aims to provide a safe academic and flight training experience on campus and at the airport. It says it works to make all students feel welcome.

The site says aviation courses no longer qualify for GI Bill or VA education benefits, effective August 1, 2016. Students are told to speak with the Registrar's Office for guidance.

Visitors can schedule a visit or book an airport tour. The site lists partners and has a page on the aviation enrollment process for 2026. Scholarships are available for students.

The site lists several phone numbers, including 1-800-722-0544 and 1-507-389-1866. It links to Facebook, X, Instagram and YouTube.