Florida State College at Jacksonville trains aviation mechanics at its Cecil Center on Cecil Airport, the former Naval Air Station Cecil Field, home to several large maintenance operations.
Verified October 3, 2026 against FSCJ’s catalog, program documents and tuition table. Compare all Florida A&P schools.
Quick Facts
- Length: About 5 terms (60 credits)
- Cost: $6,324 resident (60 credits) + tools $700–$1,500
- Location: Jacksonville, FL (Cecil Center, Cecil Airport)
- Website: Official School Web Page
Our Take
FSCJ pairs low cost (about $6,324 for residents) with a 92.9% FAA pass rate and an airport campus surrounded by employers. Starts are available in fall, spring and summer. Admission is limited, with a drug screen and background check, so attend an information session early.
At a Glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| FAA status | Part 147 certificated school (certificate FHXT099K) |
| Credentials | Aviation Mechanic (12 credits), Airframe (24) and Powerplant (24) technical certificates; AS Aviation Maintenance Management (83) |
| Both ratings | 60 credits, about 5 terms |
| Admission | Limited access; drug screen and background check; starts fall, spring and summer |
| Info sessions | Second Tuesday of each month, 5 p.m., at Cecil Center |
| Cost (2026-27) | $104.88 per credit resident (about $6,324 incl. screening); $401.27 non-resident (about $24,107); tools $700–$1,500 |
| FAA pass rate | 92.9% (234 of 252 written tests, Aug 2023–Dec 2024) |
| Campus | Cecil Center, 13450 Lake Fretwell St, Jacksonville, FL 32221 |
| Verified | October 3, 2026 |
Programs and Costs
For 2026-27 FSCJ teaches the A&P as three college-credit technical certificates, replacing its clock-hour programs.
| Program | Credits |
|---|---|
| Aviation Mechanic (General) | 12 |
| Aviation Airframe Mechanics | 24 |
| Aviation Powerplant Mechanics | 24 |
| Full A&P path | 60 |
What You Will Actually Pay
FSCJ’s tuition table lists $104.88 per credit for Florida residents and $401.27 for non-residents. With a $31 screening fee, the 60 credits come to about $6,324 or $24,107. Tools run $700–$1,500.
How It Compares in North Florida
| School | Full A&P path | Length | Cost | FAA pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florida State College at Jacksonville | Three certificates (60 credits) | About 5 terms | $6,324 + tools | 92.9% |
| Lively Technical College (Tallahassee) | Airframe + Powerplant (2,160 hours) | About 2 years | $8,521 (2025-26) | 95.6% |
| Northwest Florida State College (Niceville/Crestview) | Airframe + Powerplant (about 2,250 hours) | About 15 months per certificate | $6,458 | 89.0% |
| Pensacola State College | Airframe + Powerplant | 18 months | About $6,435 tuition | New program |
| Eastern Florida State College (Melbourne) | Airframe + Powerplant (2,250 hours) | 80 weeks | $17,996 incl. tools | 98.7% |
| Epic Flight Academy (New Smyrna Beach) | A&P (2,250 hours) | About 15 months | $36,995 | 86.0% |
FSCJ is Northeast Florida’s only public A&P program. See all Florida A&P schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Florida State College at Jacksonville’s aviation program FAA-approved?
Yes. It operates FAA Part 147 school FHXT099K; graduates passed 234 of 252 FAA written tests from August 2023 to December 2024, per the FAA’s pass-rate report.
How do I apply?
Attend an information session (second Tuesday, 5 p.m., at Cecil Center); admission is limited and requires a drug screen and background check.
How much does it cost?
About $6,324 for Florida residents for 60 credits, plus $700–$1,500 for tools.
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