Western Michigan University - College of Aviation

Western Michigan University College of Aviation is part of Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The site says it is one of the largest aviation programs in the nation. It describes itself as the only comprehensive aviation program at a public university in Michigan.

The college offers three majors: aviation flight science, aviation technical operations, and aviation management and operations. Other options include aircraft dispatch and scheduling, airport management, aviation administration and unmanned aerial systems operations. It also offers minors and certificate programs.

Students train on Cirrus SR20, Piper Seminole, American Champion Super Decathlon, Piper Super Cub and Cessna 150 aircraft. The site lists the college's programs as accredited by the Aviation Accreditation Board International.

The site says 94 percent of aviation graduates are working or continuing their education. This figure comes from the 2024-25 career outcomes report.

Career links include the Delta Propel Pilot Career Path Program and the United Aviate Pilot Development Program. The site also names pathway programs with SkyWest. An aviation shuttle bus and a safety report form are also listed.

Students can join groups such as the Air Race Classic, the ALPA Ace Club, the Business Aviation Club and Women in Aviation. Events include Aviation Outlook Day, Business Aviation Day and an annual golf outing.

To get in touch, call (269) 964-6375. Prospective students can request information, schedule a tour or attend an information session with one of the aviation ambassadors.