How long it takes to earn an online aviation degree depends on where the student is at in the process. New students who are at the beginning of their educational journey in aviation may be able to complete a bachelor's degree program in as little as 3.5 years. However, those who have experience as a pilot may be able to transfer credit and complete their program in as little as 2.5 years. Some schools, including the School of Aeronautics at Liberty University, even offer high school dual enrollment to help aviation students finish their degree programs faster. This option lets students begin taking their courses online while they finish their high school diploma, after which they can progress straight into flight training after graduating from high school.