International Year One in Aeronautics

Key Information

• A Pathway program provides academic, language and cultural support in order to succeed at a US university.
• Students are guaranteed progression to an undergraduate degree program through a curriculum consisting of credit-earning courses.
• Students will benefit from fully integrated classes with both domestic and other international students on campus while learning from highly trained university instructors and tutors.

Program Details

International Year One in Aeronautics

• 2025/26
• 1 Semester
• 2 Semesters

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

• Secondary/high school degree or equivalent
• 2.5 minimum GPA on a 4.0 scale

English Language Requirements

• TOEFL 75
• IELTS 6.0
• PTEA 50
• TOEFL Essentials 8
• Duolingo 100
• ACT 19 (English portion)
• SAT 510 (EBRW)

Important Dates

2025 Fall Start (August)

• Program start date: 14 August 2025
• Program end date: 12 December 2025
  • Semester 1 fall: 14 August 2025 - 12 December 2025

2026 Spring Start (January)

• Program start date: 8 January 2026
• Program end date: 15 May 2026
  • Semester 1 spring: 8 January 2026 - 15 May 2026

Fees and Pricing

Estimated Cost of Attendance

• Tuition fee: $33,030.00
• Approximate cost: $33,030.00
• Detailed pricing breakdown coming soon

Sample Classes

Degree Program Components

• 120 - 122 Credit hour program
• 10 - 16 Credit hours apply from Pathway
• 104 - 112 Credit hours remaining toward degree

Semester 1

• CORE 1600: Ultimate Questions: Theology (3 Credit Units)
• CORE 1500: Cura Personalis 1: Self in Community (1 Credit Units)
• EAP 1220: Academic Reading and Study Skills II (3 Credit Units)
• EAP 1010: Recitation Lab (1 Credit Units)
• EAP 1200: Academic Writing and Editing Skills II (3 Credit Units)
• MATH 1320: Survey of Calculus or Higher (3 Credit Units)
• BTM 2000: Introduction to Business Technology Management (3 Credit Units)
• Total credit units: 17 Credit Units

Progression

Aviation Management (B.S.)

• Minimum 2.7 cumulative SLU GPA
• English level: Successful Completion of Pathway Portfolio
• Additional Requirements: INTO - international student recruitment partnershipsINTO partnerships empower universities to recruit international students with unparalleled reach, control and transparency.

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Overview:

• Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University (SLU) is a private, Catholic research university.
• SLU is the oldest university west of the Mississippi River.
• SLU has four campuses: three in St. Louis, Missouri, and one in Madrid, Spain.
• SLU offers over 120 undergraduate and graduate programs.
• SLU is ranked among the top 100 national universities by U.S. News & World Report.
• SLU has been recognized for its commitment to diversity and inclusion, earning a place on the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award list for 10 consecutive years.

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Student Life:

• SLU has over 300 student clubs and organizations.
• SLU has 18 NCAA Division I sports teams.
• SLU offers a variety of student support services, including counseling, health, and housing.
• SLU has a vibrant campus community with a variety of events and activities throughout the year.

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Academics:

• SLU has a student-to-faculty ratio of 13:1.
• SLU faculty are experts in their fields and are committed to teaching and research.
• SLU offers a variety of academic resources, including a library, writing center, and tutoring services.
• SLU has a number of unique academic programs, including the Center for Global Health and the Center for Interdisciplinary Research.

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Top Reasons to Study Here:

• SLU is a top-ranked university with a strong reputation for academic excellence.
• SLU offers a wide range of academic programs and opportunities.
• SLU has a vibrant campus community with a variety of student clubs and organizations.
• SLU is located in a major metropolitan area with a strong economy and job market.
• SLU has a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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Services:

• SLU offers a variety of services to support students, including:
  • Counseling and psychological services
  • Health services
  • Housing
  • Library resources
  • Technology support
  • Career development services