Air Traffic Control Program
- The ATC program is a partnership between the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Vaughn College
- The hands-on curriculum approach helps students qualify for careers in air traffic control
The Future of Air Traffic Controllers
Getting your air traffic control training at Vaughn College will expose you to the industry’s most current and modern technology and research. Our air traffic control program — standard and enhanced — was designed to prepare students for certification, among other air traffic control requirements. The hands-on approach we have taken in our curriculum has allowed many students to become successful air traffic controllers.
Our partnership with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) helps students qualify for air traffic controller jobs more quickly, thanks to the educational background and experience offered to help them get certified.
TOP REGIONAL COLLEGE
IN THE NORTH
IN THE NORTH
RANKED #1
in upward mobility nationwide moving students from the bottom 40% to the top 40% in income†
in upward mobility nationwide moving students from the bottom 40% to the top 40% in income†
97% of Vaughn grads 77% in their field—are employed or continue their education within one year*
Vaughn provides students with invaluable experiences that help prepare them for lifelong careers.
WHAT YOU’LL STUDY
Our air traffic control program is flexible for both traditional and non-traditional students. Many of the air traffic control courses are offered in-person and online to meet the diverse needs of the programs’ students. Students will need to complete the majority of the classes in-person. The air traffic control courses at Vaughn are offered during the days and evenings. Our goal is to allow everyone―new students entering air traffic control for the first time and industry professionals eager to expand their knowledge―the opportunity to take courses and complete the program in accordance with their schedules.
Vaughn College partners with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to offer the Air Traffic — Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI) — both standard and enhanced.
Vaughn is one of eight institutions to offer the enhanced program –and one of only three in the Northeast.
The FAA announced on April 9, 2025, that it had signed an agreement with Vaughn College to partner on the Enhanced Air Traffic Collegiate Training Initiative (Enhanced AT-CTI). Through this program, graduates may be placed directly into FAA facilities or apply for positions in Federal Contract Towers (FCTs) for controller certification provided they pass the FAA evaluation procedures at Vaughn College, the FAA Air Traffic Skills Assessment with either a well-qualified or best-qualified rating, as well as age, citizenship, medical and security requirements as required by the FAA. The FCTs have no age requirement therefore providing a path for older individuals.
Vaughn is one of only 33 schools nationwide that offers the standard AT-CTI ― and the only institution in the Northeast.
Freshman and transfer students can enroll in one of the following approved degree programs:
Enhanced AT-CTI
Bachelor of Science
Standard AT-CTI
Bachelor of Science
- Aeronautical Sciences
- Airport Management
- Airline Management
- Aircraft Operations
- Electronic Engineering Technology Avionics
- Aviation Maintenance
- Aviation Maintenance Management
Associate in Applied Science
- Airport Management
- Aircraft Operations
- Electronic Engineering Technology Avionics
- Aviation Maintenance