by our College Data Analytics Team
[Air Transportation](/majors/transportation-materials-handling/air-transportation/) programs reward a close look at where your money goes furthest. A high-value program keeps cost low while graduates go on to earn well.
College Factual analyzed 4 schools to build this 2026 ranking of the best value air transportation schools.
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If you want to know which schools deliver the best value for the air transportation degrees they offer, see the list below.
Our analysis ranked Utah Valley University the best value for a degree in air transportation in Utah. Set in the city of Orem, Utah Valley University is a very large public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $6,507, while out-of-state students pay about $18,489. Typical student debt for air transportation graduates is $23,500. Air Transportation graduates of Utah Valley University earn a median of $56,402 early in their careers. That is a strong return on a $23,500 median debt.
Southern Utah University came in at #2 on our 2026 list of the best value air transportation schools. Located in the town of Cedar City, Southern Utah University is a very large public university. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $6,962, while out-of-state students pay about $21,192. Students borrow a median of $12,886 to complete the air transportation program here. Air Transportation graduates of Southern Utah University earn a median of $44,998 early in their careers. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Southern Utah University admits about 82% of applicants.
Students looking for strong value in air transportation will find it at Utah State University, which ranked #3. Utah State University is a very large public school located in the city of Logan. Students from in state pay about $8,560 in tuition and fees, compared with $24,993 for out-of-state students. Typical student debt for air transportation graduates is $25,500. Air Transportation graduates of Utah State University earn a median of $33,142 early in their careers. That is a strong return on a $25,500 median debt. Utah State University admits about 92% of applicants.
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This list is compiled by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2026 edition. Schools are scored on the balance of cost (tuition and student debt) against student outcomes (post-graduation earnings) — a measure of return on investment, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Best Value · 4 schools evaluated.
*Averages shown above reflect the top 2 ranked schools only.
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