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I am a graduate of Theatre Arts from Kogi State University, Anyigba, Kogi State, Nigeria, with a deep passion for aviation and a strong desire to pursue a career as a pilot. Despite my academic background in the arts, I am determined to transition into the aviation field and fully commit to the rigorous training and discipline the profession demands.
Currently residing in Nigeria, I am fortunate to have a dedicated sponsor based in Florida, USA, who is financially capable and fully willing to support me throughout the entire duration of my flight training program in the United States.
I would also like to inquire if, as a Nigerian graduate from an English-speaking university, I will still be required to provide proof of English proficiency, such as the TOEFL or SAT, as part of the application or enrollment process.
Though my university degree is in a non-science field, I am confident in my ability to meet the academic and technical demands of flight training. I am eager to know if I still stand a chance of being admitted into a reputable flight school in the U.S. and what additional steps I might need to take to strengthen my application.
Hello Simon,
Unfortunately, we do not offer scholarships for international students. However, we encourage you to explore external scholarship opportunities or financial aid options that may be available in your home country. Feel free to review funding suggestions here: https://epicflightacademy.com/flight-school-financing-international/ Best of luck!
Yes. We now require applicants to have an IELTS or TOEFL certificate as one of the requirements. A minimum IELTS score of 5.5 or a TOEFL score of at least 110.
To become a trained airline pilot at Epic Flight Academy in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, USA you must:
1) Be at least 17 years of age
2) Speak English proficiently
3) International students must have a valid passport (Passport information: https://epicflightacademy.com/passports/) or two other forms of identification if you are from the USA
4) Completed high school or high school equivalency (GED) (HiSET) (TASC).You just need to meet the qualifications mentioned above, be able to relocate and train in the US, and finance your own training.
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