[Martha – Epic Staff]

Hello Devam,

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.

To see if you qualify for this training, please complete this prequalification form: https://epicflightacademy.com/prequalification-enrollment/

Thank you for using our forum!

[Martha – Epic Staff]

Hello Habeeb,

Thank you for sharing your dream with us. We truly appreciate your interest in becoming a pilot at Epic Flight Academy.

We welcome students from Nigeria and many other countries around the world. While we do not currently offer scholarships or free flight training for international students.

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)

Thank you for using our forum!

[Martha – Epic Staff]

Hello Sixta,

Since you are currently in the Philippines, you will need an M-1 student visa to train at Epic Flight Academy. Once you complete the enrollment process and submit the required documents, we will issue your Form I-20, which you will use to apply for your M-1 visa at the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines.

To see if you qualify for this training, please complete this prequalification form: https://epicflightacademy.com/aircraft-mechanic-application/

Thank you for using our forum!

[Martha – Epic Staff]

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-students

We 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/

Thank you for using our forum!

[Martha – Epic Staff]

Hello Tiff,

1. How can I get support for my studies especially financially? If no financial support?
– loanUnfortunately, 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/

2. How can I start this even Online courses for Private Pilot license?
– I am sorry, but we do not offer online classes. You need to be at our campus to complete the training.

3. And if it’s Online Courses for PPL, how can i physically engage in practical training in my Country for Aircraft?
– Our Private Pilot License (PPL) program requires students to complete their flight training at our campus. Please note that any flight training completed outside Epic may not automatically count toward an FAA Private Pilot License, so it’s important to verify the requirements with both your local aviation authority and the flight school.

To see if you qualify for this training, please complete this prequalification form: https://epicflightacademy.com/prequalification-enrollment/

Thank you for using our forum!

[Martha – Epic Staff]

Hello M1G,

Yes, it is possible to become a pilot even if you did not study Physics or Mathematics. 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)

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/

Best of luck!

[Martha – Epic Staff]

Hello Melshazly,

What is included in the Airline pilot program?
– 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.

What is the average total cost of international students who finish?
– 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/

How long does it usually take an international student to finish?
– It will take you 7 months to complete the training.

How much do extra hours cost per hour with a instructor?
– Cessna 172 with Flight Instructor – $395.00

What is the average cost of a retake?
– The cost of a retake can vary depending on what needs to be retaken.

Do you help with housing?
– Yes. 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

Do you have airline partnerships?
– Yes, Epic Flight Academy has established partnerships and pathway opportunities with several airlines that may benefit our domestic students. These partnerships can provide qualified domestic graduates with opportunities for interviews, cadet pathways, or potential career progression toward airline employment, depending on the airline’s specific requirements and eligibility criteria.

Where do graduates usually work?
– 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/

How long does it take graduates to reach airline jobs?
– The timeline can vary depending on the student’s training pace, employment opportunities, and how quickly they build the required flight hours. Many graduates complete their flight training within 12–18 months. After earning their certificates and ratings, they typically need to build flight experience to meet airline hiring requirements.

To see if you qualify for this training, please complete this prequalification form: https://epicflightacademy.com/prequalification-enrollment/

Thank you for using our forum!

[Martha – Epic Staff]

Hello Muhumuza,

Epic Flight Academy’s aircraft mechanic programs are conducted in person at our campus locations in the United States. At this time, we do not have international branch campuses outside the United States.

Thank you for your interest.

[Martha – Epic Staff]

Hello Manavxy,

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/

Best of luck!

[Martha – Epic Staff]

Hello Samuel,

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/

Best of luck!

[Martha – Epic Staff]

Hello EndlessT,

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/

Best of luck!

[Martha – Epic Staff]

Hello Gosiame,

Transportation to and from our campuses is generally the student’s responsibility, and students should plan to cover their own local transportation expenses.

To see if you qualify for this training, please complete this prequalification form: https://epicflightacademy.com/prequalification-enrollment/

Thank you for using our forum!

[Martha – Epic Staff]

Hello Qwert,

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/

Best of luck!

[Martha – Epic Staff]

Hello Kobe,

Yes. But you do not pay the full tuition price upfront. Rather, you pay $6,700 per course as you progress through the program. The first semester’s payment is due when you sign your enrollment documents. After that, you will be invoiced one week prior to the first day of class during subsequent semesters. These payments are due upon receipt.

If you’re interested to apply, you may start here: https://epicflightacademy.com/aircraft-mechanic-application/

Thank you for using our forum!

[Martha – Epic Staff]

Hello Josiah,

You can start anytime since our pilot courses start every second Monday of each month. But 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/

Best of luck!

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