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FlySooner9

FlySooner9

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I was wondering if anyone on here has been through OU's aviation program. For along time i have planned on going to ERAU, im even accepted. Lately though i've really been getting scared by the cost and all the negativity about it. I live in Oklahoma so it would be instate tuition and of course MUCH MUCH cheaper then going to ERAU. So basicly im just looking for some takes on OU and their program.
 
I didn't realize OU had an aviation program, but I know that OSU does. If you're lookin' to stay in the OK area--there's always Spartan in Tulsa. However, a bunch of us get our flight training done SLIGHTLY cheaper at UND--there's even a couple of okies up there.
 
CRAIG.....I went to OU this past week for a visit. I'm not looking at the aviation program, rather just taking flight lessons. I liked what I saw of the plance. They have 1 C-152 that they use for their CFI training and some other special training (spins/aggressive stalls....etc). They have 13 2005 Piper Warriors -- real nice if I may add-- which two are set up with glass cockpits. They have 1 2005 Piper Seminole and 2 older Piper Arrows. In addition to all of these....they have a BE-58 and a King Air 90.....pretty sure that's what it was. They had about 11 instructors on staff from what I could tell. I signed up for a couple hours in the Warrior so I can finish my last commercial cross country and then bought the commercial finishing course which includes 10 hours in the Arrow. If I wasn't so far into my training I would possibly consider OU's aviation program.....by all means, come up for a visit and see for yourself and ask questions to students who are actually doing the full program.
 
I've visited OU lots of times, both my brother and sister have gone to OU (non aviation) I know UND's program would be way better but i just dont know if i could make it in North Dakota. What are the total flight costs for UND?
 
from what i added up UND would be about $109,000 for me since im out of state. I sent OU an email asking them how much their estimates are for their flying, i know tuition would only be like 5,900 for me since its in state.
 
Are there any Universities in TX that have an aviation program similar to UND's?
 
Craig

73707...sounds like you fly with Brewer Aviation in DUC. I got my multi with Jim and I worked line service at ADM. I want to give you some insight on aviation programs. Just like your first instructor you must choose the school that is right for you. With that said as a graduate from SOSU's aviation program in Durant I think you might find it a great place to attend. A 4 year degree in professional aviation is offered there as well as aviation management with different types of specializations. SOSU has a strong aviation alumni association with graduates in all fields of aviation. Also if you're looking for lower costs for school, staying in state is the way to go. I'm currently an instructor at SOSU Aviation Sciences and would be glad to let you know about our program. Please PM or email me with any questions.

Jarred
 
Craig_Davidson said:
I was wondering if anyone on here has been through OU's aviation program. For along time i have planned on going to ERAU, im even accepted. Lately though i've really been getting scared by the cost and all the negativity about it. I live in Oklahoma so it would be instate tuition and of course MUCH MUCH cheaper then going to ERAU. So basicly im just looking for some takes on OU and their program.
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Craig, I graduated OU's Aviation program (Pro Pilot option) and received a B.S. in Aviation. They have some of the cheapest prices available for flight training. Don't quote me on this because you know how things change in the aviation community, but I believe you can get your instrument for $4000, Commercial $4500, Multi $3000. That said, I have a few other comments to make about the program.

1) Since you want a degree, this sounds like the place for you. They structure schedules (ground and flight) like college semesters. For example, ground schools are usually twice a week for 14 to 16 weeks. You are scheduled to fly at least 3 times a week at a time that you choose.

It is a 141 school and here is how the flying courses are structured.
Private - primary
Advanced - intro to commercial/instrument maneuvers
Secondary - cross country time building
Instrument - instrument rating
Commercial - commercial rating
Multi/CFI/CFII/MEI - if desired

2) The equipment is very good. They recently acquired new Warriors, which I have had the pleasure of flying, and they are great. Each Warrior has a Garmin 430. Two have the Avidyne cockpit. The arrows on the other hand, are old and need to be replaced. They fly great, but are outdated. The airspeed reads in MPH. I was one of the last people to fly the seneca before they decomissioned it, so I never got to fly the Seminole. As far as I know, they use the Seminole and a Baron for multi training. I had to do a turbine transition course and I did fly the King Air. It's awesome! You get a high altitude endorsement with it.

3) A few drawbacks though. They really need another Seminole or two because it has been taking some students a semester and then some to get their multi. It is only 10 hours of training, but many students are enrolled. The Warriors aren't equipped with ADFs, I personally like the challenge of NDB work. You can usually only do one flying course in a semester, so if you finish early, you have to wait a couple months before you can move on. If you decide to instruct for them (not guaranteed) keep in mind that they don't pay much at all. I believe $10/hr. Last spring they hired a bunch of instructors to meet demand but come summer time, they were "furloughed". Not too many students fly in the summer. You have to be an asst. chief to instruct in multi.

4) The degree program is very heavily weighted on business courses. I believe a minor in business is an option.

5) They have a very good placement rate with airlines. Although not guaranteed, they have a bridge program with Eagle and Interships with ExpressJet, NWA, and American. They also have very good internships with the FAA. I have a couple friends who work for FAA. About the only way to get hired with the FAA these days is through a back door (internship).

Overall, an excellent program. I recommend it to anyone seeking a degree along with ratings.
 
There's no way to get a commercial for $4500 unless you already meet the TT requirements before you began. By the way OU may have cheap a/c rates (which by the way, they are not the best. look at SOSU) OU's tuition is ridiculous compared to other universities in OK. HMMM...try SOSU. They have a lot more bang for the buck. Not to put you down man but you should get the facts straight before you go saying that OU is the cheapest around. :sarcasm:

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murphfly said:
There's no way to get a commercial for $4500 unless you already meet the TT requirements before you began. By the way OU may have cheap a/c rates (which by the way, they are not the best. look at SOSU) OU's tuition is ridiculous compared to other universities in OK. HMMM...try SOSU. They have a lot more bang for the buck. Not to put you down man but you should get the facts straight before you go saying that OU is the cheapest around. :sarcasm:

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My apologies for being a little vague about the price of the commercial pilot program. When I went through the program, the fees for commercial were around $4500. I should have included the prices for private, advanced flying (intro to commercial and instrument maneuvers), and secondary flying (cross country time building). I am unsure of these prices as of today. If I remember correctly, the advanced and secondary were about $4000 a piece. As for OU being the cheapest, I said they are ONE of the cheapest. I know of several schools that offer the same training for $500 to $1500 more. I also said not to quote me on the prices, they are a ballpark figure and they probably have gone up a little. I strongly believe that OU has a sound program with nearly new aircraft (except the Arrows) for a very reasonable cost.
 
Where is SOSU? I am in OKC and I looked at OU. I heard they were a really good school. I am enrolled with Spartan in Tulsa to get my 4 year in Quality Control. The admissions person I talked to said that at OU it takes longer to get your pilot's degree because you don't attend school as often. If I go to Spartan it will be 7am-2pm Mon-Fri at 6 week semesters. I am not sure of the class times at OU so could someone help with that.

mike
 
I don't want to be biased here but....Regardless of anything else a BS from OU looks good on a resume regardless of your profession. Like you said in state is always cheaper. I understand you are wanting to stay close to home. I think the two top choices for you are SOSU or OU. Stay away from Spartan for their degree is only accredited in Oklahoma.
 
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