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United Aviate Academy (ab initio school)

Last checked October 16, 2026. Confirm on the official page before you apply or pay.

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Last checked October 16, 2026. Confirm on the official page before you apply or pay.

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Who it's for

Zero time. Trains you through Commercial + Instrument, then you can join the Aviate program. Entry requirements beyond that: Not found on the pages checked.

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Cost and financing

About $99k tuition per Rotate (third-party, not on official pages; verify). UAA says it helps navigate student loans; $3.45M in partner scholarships (EAA, OBAP, WAI, Sisters of… Show more

About $99k tuition per Rotate (third-party, not on official pages; verify). UAA says it helps navigate student loans; $3.45M in partner scholarships (EAA, OBAP, WAI, Sisters of the Skies, etc.).

Unverified

Partner schools

United Aviate Academy, Goodyear, AZ (owned by United)

Application window

Official apply page says 'applications are currently closed' with a sign-up to be notified when the window reopens. Last reported opening: Summer 2026 class, June 16, 2026… Show more

Official apply page says 'applications are currently closed' with a sign-up to be notified when the window reopens. Last reported opening: Summer 2026 class, June 16, 2026 (afm.aero). Opens about twice a year.

Notes

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Questions

Is United Aviate Academy (ab initio school) accepting applications?

Status at last check (2026-10-16): Closed. Official apply page says 'applications are currently closed' with a sign-up to be notified when the window reopens. Last reported opening: Summer 2026 class, June 16, 2026 (afm.aero). Opens about twice a year.

Who is United Aviate Academy (ab initio school) for?

Zero time. Trains you through Commercial + Instrument, then you can join the Aviate program. Entry requirements beyond that: Not found on the pages checked.

What does United Aviate Academy (ab initio school) cost?

About $99k tuition per Rotate (third-party, not on official pages; verify). UAA says it helps navigate student loans; $3.45M in partner scholarships (EAA, OBAP, WAI, Sisters of the Skies, etc.).

When was United Aviate Academy (ab initio school) last checked?

2026-10-16. Confirm on the official page before you apply, pay, or turn another path down.