Salt Lake Community College trains aviation mechanics at its Airport Center on the east side of Salt Lake City International Airport, Utah’s largest airport and a Delta and SkyWest hub.
Verified October 5, 2026 against SLCC’s program page, 2026-27 tuition schedule, SkyWest partnership announcement and FAA pass-rate data. Compare all Utah A&P schools.
Quick Facts
- Length: About 5 semesters (AAS)
- Cost: $2,323.75 per semester resident (2026-27); about $11,600 for 5 semesters before course fees and tools
- Location: Salt Lake City, UT (Airport Center, Salt Lake City International Airport)
- Website: Official School Web Page
Our Take
SLCC is the best value for most Salt Lake-area students: about $11,600 in tuition and fees over five semesters for Utah residents, an 89.3% FAA pass rate and a SkyWest Airlines pathway with a guaranteed final interview. It is also the only Utah A&P program that publishes an evening section. SLCC does not publish its course fees or tool costs, so ask for a full cost sheet.
At a Glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| FAA status | FAA-approved Part 147 school (certificate EW9T127R) |
| Credential | AAS in Aerospace/Aviation Technology Maintenance |
| Length | About five semesters (the most recent published plan shows 88 credits) |
| Schedule | Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–1:20 p.m. or 2:30–8:50 p.m. |
| Location | Airport Center, Salt Lake City International Airport |
| Cost (2026-27) | $2,323.75 per semester for Utah residents (12–18 credits), $7,614.50 nonresident; WUE rate available |
| Training aircraft | Fixed-wing and rotor-wing aircraft, piston and turbine engines, a Beech Starship for composites |
| FAA pass rate | 89.3% (92 of 103 written tests, Aug 2023–Dec 2024) |
| Industry partner | SkyWest Airlines AMT Pathway |
| Verified | October 5, 2026 |
Programs and Costs
SLCC’s aviation maintenance program covers airframe and powerplant systems on both fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters and prepares students for all three FAA mechanic exams.
| Residency | Per semester (2026-27) | Five semesters (our estimate) |
|---|---|---|
| Utah resident | $2,323.75 | About $11,600 |
| WUE (western states) | About $3,380 | About $16,900 |
| Nonresident | $7,614.50 | About $38,100 |
Flat rates for 12–18 credits from SLCC’s 2026-27 tuition schedule; the WUE rate is our estimate at 150% of resident tuition plus fees. Course fees and tools are extra and not published.
What You Will Actually Pay
SLCC charges a flat $2,323.75 per semester for Utah residents taking 12–18 credits in 2026-27, including $207.50 in fees. Students from other western states can apply for the WUE rate. Need-based Utah Promise Grants and federal aid apply.
SkyWest Airlines pathway
SLCC is a SkyWest AMT Pathway school. Under the 2023 partnership, participating students can receive up to $4,500 in education assistance, tuition reimbursement, help with FAA test fees, a mentor and a guaranteed final interview with SkyWest, which runs a hub and maintenance base in Salt Lake City.
How It Compares in Utah
| School | Full A&P path | Length | Cost | FAA pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake Community College (Salt Lake City) | AAS | About 5 semesters | About $11,600 resident tuition and fees + course fees and tools | 89.3% |
| Utah State University (Logan or Price) | AAS (2,030 hours) | 2 years | About $18,100 Logan / $10,100 Price resident + tools | 100% (25 tests) |
| Southern Utah University (Cedar City) | AAS + A&P, helicopter training | 5 semesters (about 18 months) | About $41,700 resident incl. $23,500 lab fees; tools supplied | 92.2% |
| Universal Technical Institute (West Jordan) | AOS degree (1,950 hours) | 78 weeks | $51,475 incl. books | Opens 2027, pending FAA approval |
SLCC is the lowest-cost A&P option in the Salt Lake area. See all Utah A&P schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does SLCC offer evening aviation maintenance classes?
Yes. Classes run Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 1:20 p.m. or from 2:30 to 8:50 p.m.
How much does SLCC’s A&P program cost?
Utah residents pay $2,323.75 per semester in 2026-27, about $11,600 over five semesters, plus course fees and tools.
Is SLCC FAA-approved?
Yes. SLCC operates FAA Part 147 school EW9T127R; graduates passed 92 of 103 FAA written tests from August 2023 to December 2024, per the FAA’s pass-rate report.
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