Aviation Scholarships
EXCEL Scholarship
Earn up to $11,429 toward your advanced pilot training. Train like an airline-ready professional and get rewarded for it. The EXCEL Scholarship covers your CFII or Multi-Engine Add-On when you meet Acron Aviation’s performance standards. EXCEL is merit-based and uncapped. Every student eligible for the EXCEL Scholarship receives it.
What the EXCEL Scholarship covers
The EXCEL Scholarship pays the full published course fee for one advanced training phase, depending on which program you choose. It covers either your Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument Add-On ($9,930) as part of the Professional Pilot Program or your Multi-Engine Add-On ($11,429) as part of the Accelerated Airline Pilot Track.
Professional Pilot Program (PPP)
- Covers: CFII Add-On
- Value: $9,930
- What this means: Earn the scholarship and your CFII phase course fee is covered.
Accelerated Airline Pilot Track (AAPT)
- Covers: Multi-Engine Add-On
- Value: $11,429
- What this means: Earn the scholarship and your Multi-Engine Add-On course fee is covered.
Scholarship funding covers the published course fee for the applicable phase only and does not include additional flying hours beyond the published course allocation, accommodation, or ancillary costs. The Scholarship cannot be exchanged for a cash equivalent. Funding may be withdrawn if the training course is not completed.
Who qualifies for the EXCEL Scholarship?
Qualification criteria
The EXCEL Scholarship is not a lottery, and it is not capped. Every student who meets the standard earns the scholarship. To be eligible, you need to demonstrate Acron Aviation Academy’s “airline-ready” expectations.
What we look for:
- First-time ground school exam passes: You prepare, study, and prove you are absorbing the material. Consistency signals the habits airlines expect.
- Strong training progression and checkride performance: You advance through each phase steadily, reflecting discipline and professionalism in the cockpit.
- Instructor feedback and professionalism: Your instructors evaluate more than skill. They notice participation, attitude, preparedness, and how you respond to coaching.
Acron Aviation’s standards help students train with confidence and build habits that translate to professional aviation. Students who earn the scholarship show up on time, study consistently, take feedback seriously, and treat each flight like it matters.
Whether you’re starting straight out of high school or making a career change into aviation, the EXCEL Scholarship rewards those who prove they’re ready to train and operate like professionals.
"If you show up prepared, focused, and committed - you’re rewarded for it."
Why the EXCEL Scholarship matters
CFI-I and Multi-Engine are major milestones on the path to the airlines, and they’re also where costs can put real pressure on you and your family. The EXCEL Scholarship is designed to ease that pressure, covering up to $11,429 and helping you move faster into your career.
CFI-I and Multi-Engine are gateways to professional opportunities, including CFI roles where you can start earning while you build hours toward airline minimums. When you’re performing at a high level, removing that financial friction can mean reaching your goals sooner.
Your effort. Our investment. Your future in the cockpit.
Two programs. One scholarship. Your path to the airlines.
Accelerated Airline Pilot Track (AAPT)
AAPT offers a fast, structured FAA-based training that prepares students for airlines, ideal for those seeking clear guidance and paced learning. EXCEL Scholarship recipients get coverage for the Multi-Engine Add-On fee.
Professional Pilot Program (PPP)
A career-focused training program with flexible, self-paced learning. PPP suits those who prefer structured, non-accelerated courses. Students eligible for the EXCEL Scholarship get coverage for the CFII Add-On fee.
Not sure which program is right for you? Speak with an admissions advisor, and we will help you choose the best fit.
Why train at Acron Aviation Academy
Acron Aviation Academy, with 40 years of experience, trains career-ready pilots using a fleet of over 100 aircraft, including IFR-certified Cirrus SR20, Cessna 172P, Piper Archer, and Seminole planes, supporting student success.
Our FAA Part 141-approved programs include hiring connections with partners that may provide up to $15,000 in tuition reimbursement.
A specialized campus at Sanford International Airport provides exposure to airport operations, simulators, and flight devices. Florida offers over 300 flying days annually, so fewer weather delays mean more consistent flights.
“The EXCEL Scholarship reflects our belief that hard work and commitment should be recognized. We want our students to know that if they put in the effort, we will continue investing in their success.”
David CoxDirector
EXCEL Scholarship: frequently asked questions
The EXCEL Scholarship has no cap. All qualifying students earn it if they meet the criteria, regardless of the number.
The scholarship covers the published course fee for the CFII Add-On ($9,930) for PPP students or the Multi-Engine Add-On ($11,429) for AAPT students. It doesn't include additional flying hours, accommodation, or any other costs. It is non-exchangeable or redeemable for cash.
Usually, students don't apply separately for scholarships. Instead, their training performance, via progress, exams, checkride results, and instructor feedback, determines eligibility. An admissions advisor can explain the monitoring process.
Both AAPT and PPP accept students with no flight time; the scholarship is based on training performance, not experience. If you're motivated and prepared, you can start without any prior experience.
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