by our College Data Analytics TeamFlight Instructor degree programs prepare students for a range of careers in the field. A focused field like this rewards careful comparison of the schools that offer it.
College Factual analyzed 2 schools to build this 2027 ranking of the best flight instructor schools.
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Where you study flight instructor matters for your future. That is why we developed our collection of Best Schools for Flight Instructor rankings. For our Best Overall Flight Instructor School ranking, we roll up the results of our degree-level rankings, weighted by the number of degrees awarded at that level.
To find the best fit, you can narrow this list to a specific degree level below.
We offer several rankings, including this Best Flight Instructor Schools list, to help you decide. Want schools in a particular part of the country? Narrow the list by region or state.
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Below are the schools that deliver the strongest overall flight instructor education, regardless of degree level.
Leading the list is Dodge City Community College, our #1 school for flight instructor. Dodge City Community College is a mid-sized public school located in the town of Dodge City. There were roughly 18 flight instructor students who graduated with this degree at Dodge City Community College in the most recent data year. More information about a degree in flight instructor from Dodge City Community College
Students looking for a strong flight instructor program will find one at Madisonville Community College, which ranked #2. Madisonville Community College is a moderately-sized public school located in the town of Madisonville. About 12 flight instructor degrees were awarded at Madisonville Community College in the most recent year. Soon after graduation, flight instructor degree recipients from Madisonville Community College generally make around $41,084. Students borrow a median of $10,985 to complete this degree. Read more about the flight instructor program at Madisonville Community College
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This ranking is produced by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2027 edition. The methodology weighs graduation rate, post-graduation earnings, cost, and program quality, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Top Ranked · 2 schools evaluated.
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