University of Nebraska at Kearney

The University of Nebraska at Kearney, called UNK, is a university in Kearney, Nebraska. Its aviation program is in the Industrial Technology area. Students earn a Bachelor of Science in Aviation. The program has two emphases, professional pilot and management. Most classes are held at Discovery Hall on the UNK campus.

The flight training happens at Kearney Regional Airport. The site says the airport is about a 10 minute drive east of the main campus. A regional airline flies into the airport every day. The site says Kearney sits between two large airline hubs, Chicago and Denver. Students get access to training airspace close to the airport.

The site says flight training costs are paid through a course fee. Course fees are separate from tuition. Each flight course has its own fee based on the number of flight hours expected. The fees are paid at the same time as tuition. The site says these costs are among the lowest national averages.

The site says the university has access to more than 90 modern aircraft. These are multi-purpose aircraft. The site says the fleet supports both flight training and training in tough weather conditions. Kearney has cold winters and hot summers.

The professional pilot emphasis prepares students for piloting careers. These include commercial, charter, and military flying. The site says the professional pilot track is not approved for GI Bill benefits. The management emphasis prepares students for airport and aviation business roles.

The site lists ways to apply, request information, and schedule a campus visit. It has links to its aviation degree page and a fees sheet. The site also lists Facebook, X, YouTube, and Instagram accounts.