Cochise College

Located in Sierra Vista, Arizona, Cochise College offers two Associate of Applied Science programs in aviation. The program gives students four concentrations to choose from. All ratings are offered, and students may enter the program with or without prior flight training or certificates.

Program Highlights

Cochise College is an FAA-approved Part 141 pilot school and flight operations are housed at Sierra Vista Municipal Airport, a 10-minute drive from the main campus.

Programs CAU offers include:

• Associate of Applied Science
  • Aviation Technology
    • Single Engine
    • Multiengine
    • Instructor
    • Airline Transport Pilot
  • Aviation Dispatch

The Arizona weather allows for an average of 325 days of great flying weather each year.

Cochise College is part of Region 1 of the National Intercollegiate Flying Association.

Value

The tuition schedule at Cochise is based on zero hours to MEI. The total cost for the program comes in just over $101,000.

Cochise College offers scholarships for students, including the:

● Mary Horgan Scholarship Word Part-Time Scholarship
● New Italian American Social Club of SV Scholarship
● Bisbee Woman’s Club & Student Scholars for Men

Cochise College does accept veteran’s benefits for flight training.

Fleet and Facilities

The college has a traditional fleet of aircraft that includes:

● Cessna C172s
● Piper PA28s

Cochise College uses RedHawk aircraft which are reconfigured diesel Cessna 172s. Redbird Flight Simulators are also available for use.

Cochise College is FAA Part 141 approved. Graduates of the associate degree program benefit by a flight-hour reduction when seeking their ATP certificate.

The college has partnered with several regional airlines pathway programs to create opportunities for their graduates. Partnerships include:

● Envoy
● GoJet
● Ameriflight

Campus Life

Cochise College is a small school with a big impact in the community. The college prides itself on its 28 service organizations to help the surrounding areas. Almost 1,200 hours of community service has been performed by staff, faculty, and students.

The school also hosts a variety of traditional student clubs such as Art Club, ASL, Club, and Science Club.

The school has six collegiate teams in men’s basketball, baseball, rodeo, women’s soccer, women’s basketball, and rodeo.

The Bottom Line

Cochise College has been training pilots for four decades. The school has gained crucial industry connections to set students up for success. With a total cost 20 percent lower than some competitors and a two-year completion time, Cochise College may be a good choice for students looking to graduate school, build hours, and receive job offers quickly.