The University of North Dakota (UND) might surprise some people, but it has one of the largest and most respected flight schools in the United States. Located in Grand Forks, UND’s John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is a powerhouse in pilot training.

What makes UND stand out is the scale of its operations. With over 150 aircraft in its training fleet, students get plenty of flight hours and real-world exposure. The university also has strong partnerships with airlines, making the path from student pilot to commercial airline pilot much smoother.

Besides flight training, UND offers degrees in air traffic management, aviation safety, and aerospace engineering. It’s a school where students can specialize in multiple aviation-related fields, which opens up more career opportunities worldwide.