Program costs
These costs are estimates based on the 2025-2026 academic year. Additional costs may include food, housing, school supplies, child care, transportation, health insurance, FAA medical certificate, and professional membership.
Students are advised to seek financial aid while enrolled in the aviation program to limit their need for full-time employment.
Full program costs
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition, lab, and fees | See tuition and fees |
| Books | $1,000 |
| FAA medical certificate | $150 – $200 |
| Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association membership | $45 |
| Flight fees | See below |
FAA check rides and written tests, and FAA Designated Examiner fees are included in the PCC Flight Training fees.
Flight fees are subject to change each term. Weight limits are based on the weight reflected on the student’s FAA medical certificate.
Flight fees
| Class | Title | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| AVS 125A | Private Pilot Flight A | $16,201 |
| AVS 125B | Private Pilot Flight B | $4,050 |
| AVS 135A | Airplane Instrument Flight A | $17,249 |
| AVS 135B | Airplane Instrument Flight B | $4,312 |
| AVS 225A | Airplane Commercial Flight A | $19,543 |
| AVS 225B | Airplane Commercial Flight B | $4,886 |
| AVS 243 | Airplane Single-Engine CFI Ground/Flight | $9,459 |
| AVS 244 | Airplane Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument | $3,568 |
| AVS 236* (optional elective) | Airplane Multi-Engine Instructor Flight | $8,930 |
| Total (does not include AVS 236) | $79,268 | |
| Total (includes AVS 236) | $88,198 | |