Take Your First Step Toward the Skies

Have you ever dreamed of becoming a pilot? Hill College, in partnership with Lively Aviation, is offering Private Pilot Ground School to help aspiring pilots build the foundational knowledge needed to pursue flight training.

Whether you're exploring aviation as a future career or working toward a personal goal of becoming a private pilot, this course provides an opportunity to begin your journey in aviation.

Course Information

• Course: Private Pilot Ground School (AIRP 1017)
• First Day of Class: January 26, 2027 
• Registration Deadline: January 20, 2027 
• Length: 15 weeks (one semester) 
• Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 6:00–7:40 p.m. 
• Location: Hill College Johnson County Campus, Instruction Building, Room 211A 
• Instruction: Face-to-face classroom instruction 
• Tuition and course materials: $1,850 

About the Course

Private Pilot Ground School introduces students to the foundational knowledge and concepts associated with flying an aircraft. Topics in private pilot ground training typically include aviation regulations, weather, aircraft systems, flight planning, navigation, aerodynamics, and aviation safety.

Through this partnership with Lively Aviation, Hill College is expanding educational opportunities for individuals interested in exploring the world of aviation.

The $1,850 course fee covers classroom ground instruction and course materials only. This offering does not include flight lessons or flight hours. 

Flight lessons are scheduled and paid for separately through Lively Aviation. Students interested in pursuing flight training should contact Lively Aviation directly to discuss a flight training plan and associated costs. 

Lively Aviation also offers financing options for flight training. You can learn more on their Flight Training Financing webpage. 

Additional estimated expenses include: 

• FAA Private Pilot Knowledge Test: $175 
• FAA Medical Certificate: $150 

These costs are estimates and are not included in the Hill College course tuition. 

Admission Requirements 

• FAA Medical Certificate 
• Government-issued photo ID 
• Valid identification proving U.S. citizenship 
• Minimum age: 16 years old 

Ready for Takeoff?

Your aviation journey can start here! Take advantage of this opportunity to build your aviation knowledge and take the first step toward your private pilot goals.

Registration closes January 20, 2027.