Flight School near Georgetown, TX – Train at San Marcos

2049 Airport Drive, San Marcos, Texas 78666 | 512-368-8993

Live in Georgetown and looking for a pilot school? Train at US Aviation Academy’s San Marcos facility, about 40–45 minutes from Georgetown via I-35 S. Get industry-standard instruction and start your aviation journey close to home.

PENDING FAA Part 141 APPROVAL EXPECTED EARLY Q3 2025

Part 61 Only Training Authorized

San Marcos Pilot Programs & Cost (Serving Georgetown, TX)

Aviation careers start with professional flight training. Join the Accelerated Career Programs at US Aviation Academy, San Marcos, TX, and earn the ratings you need in less than two years, all within easy reach of Georgetown. Skip the delays and extra expense of outside examiners. With US Aviation Academy’s FAA Authorized Self-Examining Authority (upon Part 141 approval), you can avoid third-party waitlists and save thousands of dollars in testing fees.

Expands Flight Training Operations to San Marcos Regional Airport

 

Accelerated Flight Training

The Accelerated Commercial Pilot Training Program at our San Marcos campus delivers high-quality training on an expedited timeline. Earn your commercial and instructor certificates in as little as nine months, then build time as an instructor. In about two years, qualified graduates are eligible for First Officer opportunities with US Aviation Academy partner airlines, including United Airlines.

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San Marcos Flight School Tuition

The average cost to attend US Aviation Academy’s San Marcos Flight School is $97,000. Financial aid and scholarship options are available to help manage tuition.

Scholarship Opportunities and Financial Aid

Specific scholarships, government-assisted financing, and pay-as-you-go options are available through lenders such as Sallie Mae and Stratus Financial.

US Aviation Academy Regional Airline Partners

Our regional airline partners offer students competitive financing options, scholarships, and payment plans, a key advantage for Central Texas students training in San Marcos.

Flight Training Financing – Sallie Mae

Sallie Mae offers convenient flight training financing with no origination fees or prepayment penalties, with fixed rates for qualified applicants.
  • www.SallieMae.com
  • Click “Student Loans“
  • Click “Undergraduate Student Loans“
  • Input your general information
  • Select “Texas” under State
  • Select “US Aviation Academy” under Program
  • Request up to $130,000 loan amount

Flight Training Financing with Sallie Mae

Why US Aviation Academy?

Train with experienced instructors on a flexible schedule at our San Marcos campus, an easy drive from Georgetown. You’ll get practical, career-focused training that prepares you for the Central Texas aviation market and beyond.

FAQs

Is there a flight school near Georgetown, TX?

Yes. Georgetown-area students train at US Aviation Academy’s San Marcos campus, located at 2049 Airport Drive, San Marcos, Texas 78666, about 40-45 minutes via I-35 S.

Is the San Marcos flight school VA approved?

We are currently awaiting VA approval for Post-9/11 GI Bill® Chapter 33 flight training at San Marcos.

What are the prerequisites for enrolling?

No required prerequisites. Before enrolling:
  1. Contact the Aviation Science Program Chair for current course info and negotiated flight training fees.
  2. Select courses with the Program Coordinator.
  3. Obtain an FAA medical (1st or 2nd class) prior to enrollment.

What licenses and ratings can I earn?

At San Marcos (with Self-Testing Authority once approved by the FAA), we plan to offer: Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Commercial (Single-Engine), Single-Engine Add-On, Commercial Multi-Engine, Multi-Engine Add-On, CFI, CFII, and MEI.

What is the cost, and are financing options available?

Average total training cost is approximately $97,000. Scholarships and financing are available through partners like Sallie Mae and Stratus Financial.

How long does it take to get a pilot’s license?

Our accelerated pathway can get you commercial and instructor certificates in as little as nine months. In about two years, many graduates are eligible for regional First Officer opportunities through our airline partners.

Are there airline opportunities near Georgetown?

Yes, you’re training in the Central Texas market. Proximity to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and the broader Austin–San Antonio corridor means strong demand for pilots and instructors.
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