Metropolitan State College of Denver, located in downtown Denver, Colorado, offers a bachelor of science degree with several choices for majors and professional certifications. Concentrations include aviation technology, aviation management, aerospace physics and professional flight officer. Internship programs through the college provide opportunities to gain experience before graduation. The college's central location provides convenient access to flight training at three major and regional airports within 30 miles of the college. As of January 2011, residents paid $191.45 tuition per credit hour, and nonresidents paid $560.60 per credit hour.
The Greely campus of Aims Community College offers the associate of applied science degree through its aviation department. Four academic options offered to students include general aviation pilot, helicopter pilot, professional pilot, and air traffic controller. The program requires four to five semesters of study. Tuition costs for in-district students ranges from $6,038 to $7,947. Out-of-state cost increases dramatically with tuition ranging from $28,149 to $35,777. Students enrolled in one of the three pilot options incur additional costs for multi-engine rating, instrument rating and certificate fees.
Rangley Colorado, situated along the White River near the Utah border, hosts Colorado Northwestern Community College. CNCC offers an associates degree and a certificate in aviation technology. The college provides credit for prior learning and opportunities for independent study. The aviation technology program features preparation for aspiring pilots interested in working in the private and commercial sectors. In-state tuition for 2010 ranged from $96.25 to $158.25 per credit hour.
Students enrolled in the aviation program at Denver's Redstone College choose between a concentration in avionics or airframe and powerplant. Tuition costs for each program totaled $35,864 in 2010. Students receive hands-on training and free tutoring when needed. In an effort to ensure students maintain up-to-date training, Redstone alumni enjoy tuition-free retraining.