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WELCOME TO CAU

Do you daydream about a future where you’re the one in the cockpit, flying
across the world? Maybe you have a knack for engines and love figuring out how
they work. Or just maybe you get a thrill at the idea of moving planes and
people through the sky as an aviation business professional. If any of these
spark your curiosity, a career in aviation might be right for you.

Aviation schools are not all created equally. I’d like to personally invite you
to learn about the programs CAU has to offer. Whether you’re interested in our
pilot program, aviation maintenance or aviation management, you’ll figure out
quickly that we’re different. More than just a pilot school, CAU is an aviation
community. Our students don’t just pass tests and get degrees, they get the
chance to go after their dream of an aviation career and actually have a lot of
fun doing it! Our California and Arizona aviation school campuses and flight
school training centers are designed to let students have the best of both
worlds – the aviation training you need in a fun, supportive atmosphere that
makes you forget this is school. The future doesn’t wait for you! Schedule your
tour of our campus today and see why CAU’s flight school is anything but
average.

-Matthew Johnston, President, California Aeronautical University

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OUR IMMERSIVE AVIATION CAMPUS

CAU’s main aviation school campus is connected to Bakersfield International
Airport at Meadows Field in beautiful Southern California. With multiple
airports nearby, flight school students get to experience exciting, hands-on
training in a variety of flying conditions on a gorgeous, tree-lined campus.
Campus features:

 * 39,000 square foot flight center
 * 32 shaded hangar ports
 * Spacious 32,000 square foot hangar
 * 168-room on-site student housing
 * Recreation center with pool, gym and athletic courts
 * On-site dining




WHY CHOOSE CAU?


Tradition of Excellence
World-Class Flight Training Center
Cau's
Facilities
Financial Aid & Tuition Reduction Opportunities
Career Advantages
The CAU Culture


TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE

CAU was established from an institution that had been educating students for
over 125 years in California. With a long history of helping students build
real-world skills and life-long friendships, CAU’s on-airport locations
throughout California and in Arizona provide a year-round, fast-paced learning
environment that enables students to enter the pipeline for aviation careers in
a shorter amount of time. This is the place where a tradition of excellence
meets the next generation of aviation professionals. Find out what sets CAU’s
flight training university apart from other aviation schools. Contact us today
to learn more. MEET WITH ADMISSIONS


WORLD-CLASS FLIGHT TRAINING CENTER

At CAU, our flight training university features industry-relevant flight school
training technology and equipment in a spacious, modern facility. Students
receive stimulating hands-on training on flight simulators and aircraft in an
exciting, realistic setting. At our California aviation school in Bakersfield,
students enjoy an immersive aviation experience, with onsite housing and dining
just steps from their flight training. Other amenities include a fully equipped
gym, swimming pool, recreation center, and athletic courts. Let’s face it,
aviation training at CAU is more than pencils and books. It’s the chance to
chase your dream and achieve your career goals, all while enjoying the ride.

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LOCATIONS

Serving students from all over the country, CAU offers on-airport locations
throughout California and in Arizona. The University’s main campus in
Bakersfield offers an immersive aviation experience, complete with student
housing and on-campus dining. To better serve students in the Southwest, CAU
also has a flight training campus located in the greater Phoenix area. And for
more flexibility, CAU’s Flight Centers in Oxnard and San Diego offer the
convenience of online courses and local flying.

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FINANCIAL AID & TUITION REDUCTION OPPORTUNITIES

You've been thinking about enrolling, but the next question on your mind is "How
will I afford it?" At CAU, we understand that each student has a unique
situation, so finding the right financial aid plan for your aviation degree
programs is essential. Financial aid is available to those who qualify and our
financial aid coordinators will help you determine the best financial plan for
your unique needs.

In addition, CAU offers a variety of tuition reduction opportunities including
our Reaching New Heights Tuition Reduction Program. With this program, we are
proud to award $10,000 in tuition reduction to eligible students. We are
committed to assisting students with financial resources to pursue their dreams
of a career in the aviation industry.

FINANCIAL AID  TUITION REDUCTION


CAREER ADVANTAGES

Through the University’s strong partnerships with airlines, influential aviation
organizations, and leaders in the aviation community, CAU graduates become a
part of a larger aviation network and reap the benefits of these relationships,
including direct access to several airline cadet programs. Our Graduate Services
Department is available to help you find just the right opportunity for your
aviation future, including job-placement assistance, job-lead development, and
interview preparation. APPLY TODAY


THE CAU CULTURE

The CAU student body is made up of a diverse mix of cultures and backgrounds
from around the world, all with a passion for aviation. The fact is, being
surrounded by people who share your interest in aviation makes your daily
routine at our flight school a lot less ordinary. It’s this shared passion that
brings it all together and makes up the CAU culture. A culture that encourages
students to become all they can be and to be sure to have fun getting there.

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