Expert: David Bidwell - 11/24/2007

Question
Dear David,
i am a student in my second year of high school (grade 11) i am doing the british course which is the International General Certificate of Secondary Education
i have been wishing to go to a university where i can be taught to be an air pilot and gain a degree so i can have a career as an air pilot . i have this year and another one left till i enter university so i must make an opinion asap . my questions are what is the best university where i can gain a degree to gainn a flying and aviation career  and what are the requirements  and what may the fees be for such a university . once i graduate will i be able to find a career easily and what will be my starting off salary.
thank you very much for your help in advance  

Answer
Hello Mohamed,
I am only familiar with aviation in the US.  Universities change their requirements and fees from time to time therefore, I cannot give you specific information.  As for a recommendation, I am biased.  I attended Embry Riddle Aviation University (www.erau.org).  Great School and they do help with job placement. I suggest that you contact the various universities that you might be interested in and get their specifics.  They are all different. Here is another site to help you get started. http://www.avhome.com/fschools.html

Good Luck,
Dave Bidwell