Enrollment

Application For Admission

    The FAA has certain prerequisite requirements for the issuance of pilot certificates.  These course requirements are as accurate as possible, but certain information may be updated as necessary.  Student's needs and interests, as well as other circumstances may prompt changes in course content, fees, rules, curriculum requirements and other matters.  Changes duly authorized may apply both to new students and to those previously enrolled, unless otherwise specified.  This school is authorized under Federal law to enroll nonimmigrant students.

Enrollment and Student Visa Requirements

    U S Flight Academy has an open door policy.  This policy states that any student who is reasonably capable of operating its aircraft as the aircraft are currently equipped, may attend after completing an application for admission.  No aptitude test is required. We will, upon request, mail you a copy of the last three USFA graduates' names and addresses as references, and you can verify our claims.

    Admissions forms may be obtained from the Administration Office, or to obtain a printable copy click here (Form A-1), or you may fill out the electronic USFA Admission Form A-1e.

    An Enrollment Agreement shall be executed by each student and an authorized representative of U S Flight Academy prior to the beginning of that student's training.

    The student is required to read the following school literature: Flight Department Safety Rules, and Student Conduct Policy.

    Equal Opportunity Policy: U S Flight Academy does not discriminate against anyone due to race, age, sex, creed, or national origin.

    When you are accepted and an admission date is agreed upon, a security deposit must be made to the Academy before issuance of a Student Visa Form and/or placement on our waiting list.  Payment of this deposit signifies an acceptance of the admission and holds a space for you.  Upon arrival this deposit will be credited to your account.  The remaining amount for the course is due upon arrival or as arranged with the Academy.

    We will notify you of an admission date on Form A-2.  For a printable copy click here (Form A-2), and please return the Form A-2 with the required security deposit.  This form must be returned to the Academy verifying your acceptance of the training proposal. 

    If requesting a Student Visa the Form A-3 must be returned together with the Form A-2. For a printable copy of Form A-3 click here (Form A-3).

Guidelines for General Enrollment
    When you have decided to allow U. S. Flight Academy to conduct your flight training, please proceed via the following steps (If Non U.S. Citizen candidate skip Step 3):

Step 1: Complete the Application for Admission, Form A1e ,and submit.
This form will be retrieved by our administration office, and a response will be executed to your e-mail within 3 business days with our Form A2.  If requesting a M-1 Visa our Form A3 will also be included.

Step 2: Upon receipt of our Form A2 and Form A3 as applicable, complete as appropriate and comply with instructions, including regarding the refundable security deposit.  Payment of this deposit signifies acceptance of admission and holds a space for you.  Upon physical enrollment this deposit will be credited to your account.  Return via e-mail the Form A2, and Form A3 if applicable, to our administration office (administrator@usflightacademy.org).  U.S. Flight Academy will then issue a receipt for the security deposit received and a Letter Of Acceptance (LOA), via e-mail to the candidate.  If applicable a M-1 Visa will be issued.

Step 3: U.S. Citizens candidates must provide proof of citizenship in order to attend pilot training.  The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will not allow flight training to commence without proof of U.S. Citizenship in the form of the following documents:

a) A valid, un-expired United States passport. The passport must remain valid throughout the entire length of the training course.
b) An original birth certificate, with raised seal, documenting birth in the United States or one of its territories, along with a valid un-expired government issued photo I.D. (such as a drivers license).
c) An original U. S. naturalization certificate with raised seal (Form N-550 or Form N-570), along with a valid un-expired government issued photo I.D. (such as a drivers license).
d) An original certificate of U.S. Citizenship (Form N-560 or N-561) or a certificate of repatriation (Form N-581) along with a valid un-expired government issued photo I.D. (such as a drivers license).
e) A U.S. federal government issued I.D. badge if training for the U.S. government and and a U.S. government entity is paying for the training.

Upon inspection a copy of the appropriate document and picture I.D. will be secured in the candidates administrative folder.

Step 4: Non-U.S. Citizens candidates will need to submit the flight training request and information via the Alien Flight Student Program (AFSP) website http://www.flightschoolcandidates.gov.  Training requests may be submitted under one of four categories: Flight training candidates in Categories 1 through 3 require an account to access the AFSP website by completing the account request form.  U.S. Flight Academy provides training per category 3.  A user I.D. and password are e-mailed to the flight training candidate.  This will allow the candidate to access the AFSP website.  Upon submission of the completed TSA training request form, the request will be submitted to the U.S. Flight Academy, to verify that the applicant is truly seeking flight training at our facility.
NOTE: IT IS THEREFORE RECOMMENDED THAT THE CANDIDATE FOLLOWS THE ABOVE STEPS IN THE ENROLLMENT PROCESS, BY CONTACTING U.S. FLIGHT ACADEMY TO MAKE ARRANGEMENT FOR TRAINING PRIOR TO SUBMISSION OF THE COMPLETED TSA TRAINING REQUEST FORM.  DELAYS IN APPROVAL WILL OCCUR IF U.S. FLIGHT ACADEMY IS NOT AWARE OF THE CANDIDATE'S PLANS.
Upon acknowledgment of the candidate's request for flight training by U.S. Flight Academy, the candidate will be notified by AFSP and directed to pay the $130.00 USD processing fee.  After payment the AFSP reviews the request and commences an initial screening, and the candidate and U.S. Flight Academy will be notified of a preliminary decision on the training request.  The flight training candidate must complete a training request for each course or instance of training he/she wishes to attend, even if the training is with the same flight training provider.  If the preliminary decision is favorable the candidate will be provided instructions on how to submit fingerprints,
NOTE: CATEGORY 3 APPLICANTS MAY OBTAIN FINGERPRINTS UPON THEIR ARRIVAL TO U.S. FLIGHT ACADEMY.
and issued a control number and may proceed with his or her training plans, including, if applicable, a visit to the local U.S. Embassy to obtain a visa.  Bring to the Embassy your control number, Letter Of Acceptance, M-1 Visa, and proof of tuition funding, in addition to other requested documents.  If work is established upon return from the projected studies abroad, bring a letter from the employer.  It is imperative to show
established ties to the home country.
NOTE: LAWFUL PERMANENT RESIDENTS (LPR's) OF THE UNITED STATES DO NOT REQUIRE A VISA.
Upon arrival to U.S. Flight Academy and prior to receiving Final Approval, the candidate will obtain fingerprints and be photographed.
NOTE: THE FINGERPRINT PROCESS TAKES PLACE AFTER THE CANDIDATE HAS SUBMITTED ALL OTHER REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION FOR EACH TRAINING REQUEST.
The AFSP will then notify the candidate and U.S. Flight Academy of Final Approval.

Guidelines For enrollment in the College Courses
1) Comply with the above; i.e. Make an Appointment to meet/establish contact with a U. S. Flight Academy representative.  Fill out and submit the USFA Form A1 to U. S. Flight Academy.

    a) For entrance to Howard College where an Associate of Science Degree is available, please visit Admissions office at Howard College in Big Spring, TX. or see www.howardcollege.edu.


2) Apply to UVU;
    (a) Apply over the Internet at www.uvscaviation.com
    (b) Pay the $30.00 one-time application fee upon applying for admission (via credit card online or via toll-free phone: (888)901-7192) or mail your payment to:

Aviation Science Department MS-114
Utah Valley State College
800 West University Parkway
Orem, UT 84058-5999

    (c) Applications will not be processed until payment is received.
    (d) Mail an official high school or college transcript to:

Aviation Science Department MS-114
Utah Valley State College
800 West University Parkway
Orem, UT 84058-5999

3) Apply for Financial Aid and Scholarships;
    (a) Apply online at www.uvscaviation.com

4) Complete the New Student Assessment Testing;
    (a) For assessment testing, please call (319) 337-1376 for the nearest testing site for the Compass Test.  Information gained through this assessment is used to recommend appropriate course placement.  The testing can be waived if the student has current ACT or SAT scores or has completed Math and English at another college with either a C – or higher.  Fax scores to the Student Assessment Center at (801) 863-7076.

5) Academic Advisement;
    (a) Students who have more in-depth advisement questions should contact the Aviation Advisement Center at (888) 901-7192, or use the on-line live help feature located on the front page of www.uvscaviation.com.

6) Get a Flight Physical;
    (a) Take an FAA Flight Physical and obtain a Flight Medical Certificate.  Every Student must pass the physical BEFORE flight training can begin.  Ask a USFA representative for a list of doctors allowed to perform this function, or contact Dr. Miller, D. O. at (915) 756-3211, which USFA uses exclusively.

7) Register for Classes;
    (a) Register for courses at www.uvscaviation.com
    (b) Enroll in USFA Ground School or one-on-one ground instruction for pilot classes and establish a flight schedule.
    (c) Pay Tuition (See Price List below);
    (d) Pay Tuition upon registration by submitting credit card information or mail check to the UVSC (address listed under paragraph 2b above).  Students must pay their tuition before the payment deadline or courses will be dropped.

8) Buy Books;
    (a) Visit www.uvscaviation.com to view a complete book list, or consult with a USFA representative.

    The Academy is closed during Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter and Fourth of July holidays.

Financing

    Financing for the flight program only is available through Pilot Financing Inc. for qualified applicants. For more information on financing for the flight program, click here.

 
Price List

    The following prices are basic package prices.  All previous flight time is acknowledged and prices may be able to be reduced.  Also, courses may be separated and broken down, and/or combined to reduce costs.  All equipment, books and FAA exam fees are included in the course price.  The total amount of practical flight hours required will depend on the applicants knowledge, previous experience, understanding of the English language, etc.

Price List

Course

 Flight Time *Add Flight Ground Instruction Cost
Private 35.0 10.0 35.0 $6,350.00
Instrument 40.0 5.0 50.0 $6,700.00
Comm. w/ Multi-Engine 175.0 7.5 60.0 $23,670.00
Multi-Engine **Add On 12.0 2.5 21.0 $3,880.00
ATP ** Y 12.0 2.5 21.0 $3,880.00
CFI(Single Engine)  ** 10.0   100.0 $4,250.00
CFII(Single Engine)  ** 10.0   100.0 $5,050.00
MEI(Multi-Engine) ** 15.0   100.0 $7,300.00
Commercial Pilot Qualification (Notes 1a, 1b) 250.0 22.5 145.0 $36,720.00
Advanced Course I 35.0   180.0 $10,980.00
Ground Instructor Certification     120.0 $3,750.00
Ground Schools (Note 2)     30.0 $1,075.00
FAA Test Prep (Note 3)     15.0 $550.00

The practical flight hours above are based on the minimums specified by the Federal Aviation Administration.

*: Free additional flight time. Cost for flight time exceeding allotted free time: refer to current aircraft hourly rates on Page USFA Pilot Training.

**: These are average times. Based on experience, proficiency and previous hours; credit can be given.  For additional course and tuition breakdown see Certification Courses and Advance Course I.

Y: Practical Training and Oral Preparation Only.  Estimation only, depending upon each individual student and current hourly rates.


Note 1a: Our professional course is based on no flight experience and starting with Private Pilot Certification and includes 25 hours multi-engine experience and will result in Commercial Certification with single/multi-engine and instrument privileges.  For additional course and tuition breakdown click here.  CFII and CFI training can be accomplished in conjunction with the professional course training for an additional fee of $2,990.00.  To add MEI an additional $4,850.00 is required.  Note: At the moment, the CFI course is not to be done as a stand alone course, it must be accomplished together with the CFII course.  For Course and Tuition breakdown please click here.
For emphasis on additional Multi-Engine experience in conjunction with our professional course, please see our Commuter Prep Courses I and II.

Note 1b: As Note 1a above, but with 15 hours Multi-engine. The cost is $34,720.

Note 2: Basic Ground School, separate from flying courses.  No materials or FAA written test included. For an E6B, plotter, Manual, FAR/AIM please add $75.00. For FAA Written Test add $100.00.

Note 3: Only when taken in conjunction with Basic Ground School.  Includes FAA Computer Written Test.

College Tuition
    Tuition cost will vary depending on the student's status.  See UVU description for determining tuition cost, and below cost per credit hours, beginning summer 2008.

Aviation: $170.00 per credit hour
General Ed.: $183.00 per credit hour

Additional Costs:

1. The medical exam/certificate ($100.00 for any class of certificate).

2. Living expenses including food and accommodations (approximately $550.00 a month).

3. Traveling expenses.

4. Rental car (if desired).

5. Medical insurance (optional for M-1 students).
 

Cost of living is inexpensive and reasonable.  We will arrange housing based on what the person is willing to spend and what level of comfort they want.  The student has the choice of a hotel/motel, their own apartment or student accommodations rented at student price.

Student Housing
     Our student accommodations are the Howard College Residence or student dorms, located on the Howard College Campus in Big Spring.  The cost is $150.00 per month, with four (4) months payable in advance upon arrival on campus.  A meal plan is required which includes three (3) meals per day (late August through May excluding Christmas holidays and Spring Break).  This cost is $75.00 per week and payable two (2) weeks in advance.  Total cost for room and board is therefore $450.00 per month.  A Residence (dorm) application is issued with the USFA Form A2 and a $100.00 dorm deposit are collected upon USFA enrollment with return of the Form A2.  The student residency can be viewed at www.howardcollege.edu.

Our Professional Courses are part of a packet arrangement, and until the particular course is completed and/or paid in full, regular hourly and apartment rates apply.

   Big Spring has no transportation system, so the student might decide to rent a car.  A rental car will provide more freedom to the student but is not necessary.  We will provide transportation to and from the school at no additional cost, if residing in Big Spring.

Medical Insurance
    The United States does not have national medical insurance.  If you do not have medical insurance that covers the USA, it is recommended that you obtain insurance during your stay.  US Flight Academy has medical insurance available for her M-1 students at a cost of $65.00 per month, and please view the plan's details by clicking here.

    When the student is accepted and an admission date is agreed upon, a non-refundable security deposit must be made to the Academy before issuance of a Student Visa Form and/or placement on our waiting list. Payment of this deposit signifies an acceptance of the admission and holds a space for the student.  Upon arrival this deposit will be credited to the student's account.

    The remaining amount for the course is due upon arrival or as arranged with the school.  The course amount will be held on account for the student.  The U. S. Flight Academy accepts payments by major credit card, U. S. Traveler's Checks, original bank drafts, U. S. Money Orders, the currency of any country, or check drawn on any bank in the U. S.  The preferred and surest method of payment is by wire directly to the school's account. For transfer of tuition funds please contact a USFA Representative.  Please send payment to:

 
U. S. Flight Academy or wire amount to: Western Bank
2000 Rickabaugh Drive 607 South Scurry
Bldg. 1106 Big Spring, Texas 79720 USA
Big Spring, Texas USA 79720 U. S. Flight Academy


    If, for some reason, the student discontinues training, the unused portion of the payment will be reimbursed to him.  The reimbursement amount will depend on hours of flight and ground training received at the current hourly rates.  For current hourly rates see Page USFA Pilot Training.  Ground School courses, books, pilot supplies, initial deposit, paid accommodation and exam fees will not be reimbursed.  See further Enrollment Agreement.

Prices are subject to change without notice.

 

 

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