Master Degree: Aviation Science Degree and Programs

A master's degree in aviation science is excellent training for a career in the airline industry, from flying a plane to leading a corporate airline team. Students in aviation college degree programs study aircraft design and maintenance, undergo flight training, and many prepare for pilot's license testing.

Career Options in Aviation

Careers available to graduates of online education programs in aviation include:

• Airline pilot
• Air traffic controller
• Airline company manager
• Airport technical engineer

Aviation Salaries

College degree holders in aviation enjoy above-average salaries in almost all aviation-based fields. For commercial airline pilots, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a mean annual salary of $71,270 based on 2007 data. Salaries vary greatly depending on pilot type. The mean annual salary for airport mechanics and technicians was reported at $49,670. These earnings can increase with more career training and additional degrees.