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Yes, I have a few questions:
What is the total estimated cost from zero experience to CFI, including all fees (flight hours, fuel, exams, materials)?
Are there any additional or hidden costs not included in the published tuition?
Do you offer any scholarships, discounts, or financial aid options for international students?
If I indicate that I do not currently have full funding, are there any opportunities for reduced tuition or payment plans?
Do you assist international students with the M-1 visa process step by step?
Is housing available for students, and what are the monthly living costs?
What is the average time required to complete the full program?
What are the job opportunities after graduation, especially for international students becoming flight instructors at Epic?Hello Zein,
What is the total estimated cost from zero experience to CFI, including all fees (flight hours, fuel, exams, materials)?
– Our Airline Pilot Program for international students takes you through all the training necessary to become a professional pilot under FAA standards. For international students, tuition is $83,866.01, and it takes approximately 7 months to complete the training. https://epicflightacademy.com/international-pilot-pathway/The program includes Private Pilot Course (3 Months), Instrument Rating (2 Months), Commercial Pilot Single-Engine Course (2 Months) and Commercial Multi-Engine Add On Course (3 weeks). Non-tuition costs like foods and accommodation are not included.
Tuition for your CFI rating costs $11,155 Furthermore, CFII add-on costs $5,860. Finally, the MEI add-on costs $6,488.
Please check the full cost breakdown here, https://epicflightacademy.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-nsb-sepp-ft.pdf
Are there any additional or hidden costs not included in the published tuition?
– Our published tuition is designed to be as transparent as possible and includes the primary training costs outlined for your selected program. However, depending on the course and your individual progress, there may be additional expenses that are not included in the published tuition.Do you offer any scholarships, discounts, or financial aid options for international students?
– Unfortunately, scholarships and financing are not available for international students at this time. But we do have a section with suggestions to help you secure funding for attending Epic Flight Academy. Please check here: https://epicflightacademy.com/flight-school-financing-international/If I indicate that I do not currently have full funding, are there any opportunities for reduced tuition or payment plans?
– Great News! International students who enroll at any Epic campus, pay their application fee by July 31, 2026, and begin classes by the February 2027 cohort can receive a promotional package valued at $13,500, including a $10,000 tuition credit upon completing the Private Pilot License (PPL) and waived ground school fees for the Pilot, Instrument, and Commercial Single-Engine courses. https://epicflightacademy.com/specials/#h-special-2-july-international-flight-studentsWe are happy to offer the “pay as you fly” option. You are required to pay at least $10,000 as a down payment before your classes begin. Then, you will start using the funds on your account until you have $2,500 left on your account. Then, you will need to add funds to your account to continue flight training.
Do you assist international students with the M-1 visa process step by step?
– Yes, we help in processing an M1 visa. We will provide you with the necessary paperwork for your visa and will assist you step by step throughout your process.Is housing available for students, and what are the monthly living costs?
– We have housing just 10 minutes away from the New Smyrna Beach campus. Accommodation is $900 per month for a shared room with free transportation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b1tN2_FdLiw. As for monthly living expenses, the cost will vary depending on your lifestyle and location.What is the average time required to complete the full program?
– It will take you approximately 7 months to complete the training.What are the job opportunities after graduation, especially for international students becoming flight instructors at Epic?
– We do offer flight instructor course however, we can’t guarantee a flight instructor job.Hiring is ultimately up to the efforts of the individual. Many Epic students from outside of the US will return to their home country to seek employment once they have completed their pilot training at Epic Flight Academy. Every airline has its own set of hiring requirements, and we encourage our students to review a particular airline’s hiring requirements before applying for a First Officer or Captain position.Here is an article on hiring requirements for airlines around the world: https://epicflightacademy.com/commercial-airline-hiring-requirements/
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