Applied Science (Aviation) ,BAS
Applied Science, Aviation Management Technology, BAS, approved for STEM-OPT extension
The concentration in aviation within the Bachelor of Applied Science is for students who have received training and education in some aspect of the air transportation industry, such as air transportation management, flight or aviation maintenance, as part of their associate degree. Students receive an orientation in management practices.
This program may be eligible for an Optional Practical Training extension for up to 24 months. This OPT work authorization period may help international students gain skills and experience in the U.S. Those interested in an OPT extension should review ASU degrees that qualify for the STEM-OPT extension at ASU's International Students and Scholars Center website.
The OPT extension only applies to students on an F-1 visa and does not apply to students completing a degree through ASU Online.
- College/school:
Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering
- Location:
Polytechnic
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes
- First required math course: Any math course with the MATH general studies designation will satisfy the math requirement.
- Math
intensity: Moderate
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
Additional requirements:
Students applying to this program must have completed an Associate of Applied Science degree from a regionally accredited institution. This program is not available to first-year students.
Transfer admission requirements:
This BAS program allows students who have an applicable AAS degree from an accredited institution to transfer 60 credit hours toward a BAS degree at ASU. Following transfer to ASU, students pursuing this degree may have more than 60 credit hours to complete in order to obtain their BAS. Students who have earned an AAS degree from a regionally accredited Arizona community college may be eligible to transfer up to 75 credits toward the BAS degree. Students should work with their academic advisor to ensure their courses meet degree requirements.
Students interested in changing to this BAS program must have completed a related AAS degree at a regionally accredited college.
A current ASU student must have a minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A").
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
Aviation is a global industry, and understanding intercultural communication is vital to succeeding in it. Study abroad programs, offered around the globe, give students insight into the study of aviation. Students can further their skills in communication and administration, and gain commercial experience while in an international setting. Students earn ASU credit for completed courses while staying on track for graduation, and they may apply financial aid and scholarships toward program costs.
Graduates are prepared for advanced positions in the aviation management field, including:
- airline manager
- airline operations manager
- airport manager
- aviation consultant
- entrepreneur
- fixed base operator
- general aviation operations manager
Graduates are also prepared for government positions with the Federal Aviation Administration, the Department of Transportation and the National Transportation Safety Board.
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
|---|---|---|
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2.7%
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$79,570
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4.9%
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$49,600
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8.2%
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$98,560
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Aviation Programs
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3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
