Northwestern Michigan College
Multiple locations
Located in Traverse City, Michigan, Northwestern Michigan College is a midsized school that offers two aviation associate degrees and an aviation certificate.
Program Highlights
Northwestern Michigan College hosts an FAA-approved Part 141 pilot school to provide ground and pilot training. Flight training takes place at Cherry Capital Airport (KTVC), only five minutes from the main campus.
Programs offered incluse:
- Associate of Applied Science
- Aviation Flight
- Unmanned Aerial Systems
- Certificate
- Unmanned Aerial Systems
Students who want to pursue a bachelor’s degree after graduating from Northwestern Michigan College can transfer credits to a partner institution, including:
● Ferris State University
● Davenport University
Northwestern Michigan College has solidified a number of partnerships with overseas universities and colleges, including:
● University of Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
● University of Manchester, United Kingdom
● University of West of England, United Kingdom
● University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa
Value
Northwestern Michigan College’s base tuition is relatively affordable. In-state tuition will run approximately $5,000 a year, while out-of-state tuition will be about $9,000 a year. This is base tuition and does not include flight expenses.
Flight students should expect to pay about $120,000 to finish the professional pilot program. This will get a student up to a multiengine rating and certified flight instructor certificate.
The college offers institution scholarships and also accepts outside aviation scholarships and veteran’s benefits, such as the GI Bill.
Fleet and Facilities
A traditional fleet for training is used at Northwestern Michigan College. It includes:
● Cessna 172s
● Piper Super Cub-Seaplanes
● Piper Aztecs
● American Champion Decathlons
Graduates will be eligible for a R-ATP.
The Bottom Line
Northwestern Michigan College offers students flexibility to fly with them, a four-year school, or an international school. Low base tuition can take some of the sting off high flight costs. R-ATP eligibility allows students to move to an airline career quicker.
Other Information
In-State tuition (Per Year)
$5,000
Out-State tuition (Per Year)
$9,000
Flight Cost
$120,000
In-State Total Estimated Program Cost
$130,000
Out-State Total Estimated Program Cost
$138,000
NIFA
No
NIFA Region
N/A
abloye@nmc.edu
Phone number
(231) 995-2911
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