Program Overview
Somerset Community College fits Kentucky residents who want a public associate degree in aviation maintenance with tuition potentially covered by the Work Ready Kentucky Scholarship, at a campus next to Somerset/Pulaski County Airport.
Kentucky residents choosing Somerset Community College's Aviation Maintenance Technology program can earn an Associate in Applied Science degree, a diploma, or separate airframe and powerplant certificates, based next to Somerset/Pulaski County Airport. Qualifying residents can attend tuition-free through the Work Ready Kentucky Scholarship. Military veterans may receive credit for up to three semesters of FAA-recognized technical training, and computer literacy is not required to enroll.
Somerset is a public college with in-state tuition of $4,536 and out-of-state tuition of $6,240 for students who don't qualify for the scholarship, reporting a 43% graduation rate among 6,155 students. The AAS track runs two years at full-time status.
FAA AV-Info and School Pages
Program Facts
| Program Name | Aviation Maintenance Technology |
|---|---|
| Credentials |
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| Ratings | Airframe and Powerplant |
| Program Length | Two years at full-time status for the AAS degree |
| FAA Certificate Number | EE9T109R |
| Address | 808 Monticello Street, Somerset, KY 42501 |
FAA AV-Info (certificate, address) and the school's own pages (program details), retrieved September 22, 2026
Official School Pages
- Official program page somerset.kctcs.edu
- Official Somerset Community College website somerset.kctcs.edu
In the School's Words
Program Highlights
- Facility located adjacent to Somerset/Pulaski County Airport for hands-on experience in an airport environment
- Free tuition eligible through Work Ready Kentucky Scholarship for qualifying Kentucky residents
- Computer literacy is not a prerequisite for enrollment
- Military veterans may receive credit for up to three semesters for FAA-recognized military technical training
As stated on somerset.kctcs.edu
U.S. Department of Education
IPEDS Data: Awards, Tuition and Graduation Rate
Federal IPEDS figures for Somerset Community College, a public institution. Aviation maintenance award levels: Associate's. Completions across these programs: 17 per year.
In-State Tuition (Annual)
$4,536
Out-of-State Tuition (Annual)
$6,240
Graduation Rate (Institution)
43%
Total Enrollment
6,155
Source: IPEDS
| Program | CIP Code | Award Level | Annual Completions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician | 47.0608 | Associate's | 17 |
Tuition is the institution's published annual rate; the program's own published cost appears in the facts table when the school states one. See the record on College Navigator.
BLS OEWS, May 2025
Location and Aircraft Mechanic Pay Near Somerset
Somerset Community College is at 808 Monticello Street, Somerset, KY 42501. Compare it with every aviation maintenance school in Kentucky.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025
Annual median wage for aircraft mechanics and service technicians (SOC 49-3011), BLS OEWS May 2025. See the Kentucky aircraft mechanic salary data.
By Straight-Line Distance
Nearby Aviation Maintenance Schools
The closest FAA-approved schools to Somerset Community College, by straight-line distance.
Tennessee College of Applied Technology Morristown
Morristown, TN · 92 mi from Somerset
Pellissippi State Community College
Maryville, TN · 96 mi from Somerset
Jefferson Community and Technical College
Louisville, KY · 97 mi from Somerset
Maysville Community and Technical College
Maysville, KY · 112 mi from Somerset
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN · 128 mi from Somerset
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Somerset's Program FAA Certificated Under Part 147?
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Sources
- FAA AV-Info Part 147 school record for Somerset Community College
- Aviation Maintenance Technology - Somerset Community College
- College Navigator: Somerset Community College
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
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