Admissions Requirements

To be eligible for enrollment, applicants must meet the following baseline criteria:

  • Age Requirement

    • Must be 18 years old to sit for FAA certification exams

    • Applicants may be accepted at 17 years old, but cannot take the federal exams until 18

  • Education

    • High School Diploma or GED required

  • Academic Readiness

    • No formal GPA requirement or standardized test score

    • Recommended: 2.0 GPA or higher (C-level student or above)

    • Must be capable of handling technical reading and coursework

  • Commitment

    • Willingness to engage in a structured, rigorous training program

    • Dedication to completing both academic and hands-on components

Program Readiness & Preparation

We encourage all prospective students to begin preparing now.

As part of your journey, we will guide you toward foundational resources, including:

  • The FAA’s Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook

  • Industry insights and current events shaping aviation maintenance

  • Self-directed learning pathways to build early familiarity with the field

This ensures that when you begin, you are not starting from zero—you are building on momentum.

A Frictionless Admissions Experience

We believe the path into aviation should be clear, accessible, and aligned with outcomes—not burdened by unnecessary barriers.

Our admissions model is designed to be:

  • Streamlined and responsive

  • Technology-enabled

  • National in reach

We will work directly with you to:

  • Navigate private student loan options

  • Prepare for future eligibility for:

    • GI Bill (Eligibility beginning 2029)

    • FAFSA (Eligibility beginning 2031)

Note: Novelty AIR is currently in the pre-certification phase and is not yet eligible for federal financial aid or VA education benefits.