Hallmark University’s College of Aeronautics trains aviation mechanics at Port San Antonio, on the former Kelly Air Force Base. Its graduates took more FAA written tests than any other Texas school in the latest report.
Verified October 2, 2026 against Hallmark’s 2026 tuition and fee sheet, catalog, student handbook and outcomes reports. Compare all Texas A&P schools.
Quick Facts
- Length: 70 weeks, about 16 months (AAS A&P)
- Cost: $43,110 tuition + lab fee, plus $125 tech fee per term
- Location: San Antonio, TX (Port San Antonio)
- Website: Official School Web Page
Our Take
Hallmark suits students who want a fast, structured private program in San Antonio: an associate degree covering both ratings in about 16 months of weekday classes, with a new cohort every eight weeks. It costs about five times as much as St. Philip’s College nearby; active-duty service members and spouses pay a reduced $250 per credit.
At a Glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| FAA status | Part 147 certificated school (certificate BJ2T718K) |
| Accreditation | ACCSC |
| Full A&P program | AAS Airframe & Powerplant Technology, 96 credits, 70 weeks |
| Other programs | AAS Airframe (62 credits) or Powerplant (64), 45 weeks each; BS Aviation Maintenance Management (60-credit completion) |
| Schedule | Monday–Friday, 7:55 a.m.–2:55 p.m. |
| Starts | Every 8 weeks; next October 23, 2026 |
| Cost | $41,760 tuition ($435 per credit) + $1,350 lab fee + $125 technology fee per term |
| FAA pass rate | 88.7% (871 of 982 written tests, Aug 2023–Dec 2024) |
| Campus | College of Aeronautics, 405 N Frank Luke, Bldg 1425, Port San Antonio |
| Verified | October 2, 2026 |
Programs and Costs
All Hallmark programs are priced at $435 per credit on its 2026 tuition and fee sheet.
| Program | Credits | Weeks | Tuition | Lab fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AAS Airframe & Powerplant | 96 | 70 | $41,760 | $1,350 |
| AAS Airframe | 62 | 45 | $26,970 | $675 |
| AAS Powerplant | 64 | 45 | $27,840 | $675 |
| BS Aviation Maintenance Management | 60 | 90 | $26,100 | — |
The 2026 sheet labels the lab fee and the $125 technology fee “per term,” while Hallmark’s program page treats the lab fee as a one-time charge. If the lab fee were charged every eight-week term, the A&P total would rise to about $55,000. Confirm with admissions.
What You Will Actually Pay
For the A&P associate degree, tuition is $41,760; with the $1,350 lab fee that is $43,110, plus about $1,125 in technology fees over the program. Active-duty service members and spouses pay $250 per credit ($24,000 tuition). Hallmark accepts federal aid, the GI Bill and Tuition Assistance.
Admission
Applicants need a Wonderlic score of at least 15 (or 70 on Hallmark’s aviation assessment) and must pass an FAA background check within 30 days of enrolling. Attendance rules are strict: the FAA allows no excused absences.
Outcomes
Hallmark reports 95% placement for 2025 A&P graduates (49% in 2023) in its April 2026 outcomes report.
How It Compares in Texas
| School | Full A&P path | Length | Cost | FAA pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hallmark University (San Antonio) | AAS A&P (96 credits) | 70 weeks | $43,110 + fees | 88.7% |
| St. Philip’s College (San Antonio) | Airframe + Powerplant Level 2 (73 credits) | About 5 semesters | About $8,300 | 86.9% |
| Del Mar College (Corpus Christi) | Airframe + Powerplant Level II (81 credits) | 18 months | $9,416 | Too few tests |
| Texas State Technical College (3 campuses) | Airframe AAS + Powerplant | About 2.5 years | $307 per credit | 83.0–96.1% |
| U.S. Aviation Academy (Denton) | A&P program | 8–16 months | About $36,000 all-in | 77.3% |
| UTI Houston | A&P Technician diploma | 78 weeks | $53,495 | 85.9% |
Hallmark is San Antonio’s fast private option; St. Philip’s College is the low-cost public one. See all Texas A&P schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hallmark University’s aviation program FAA-approved?
Yes. It operates FAA Part 147 school BJ2T718K; graduates passed 871 of 982 FAA written tests from August 2023 to December 2024, per the FAA’s pass-rate report.
How long is the A&P program?
70 weeks (about 16 months) of weekday classes for the 96-credit associate degree.
Is there a military discount?
Yes. Active-duty service members and spouses pay $250 per credit.
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