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Estonian Aviation Academy

Tartu, Estonia • Founded 1993

Updated Oct 2026 · Source: lennuakadeemia.ee

Overview

English Name: Estonian Aviation Academy
Founded: 1993
Institution Type: University of Applied Sciences
Control Type: Public
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Estonian Aviation Academy is a publicly owned institution in Tartu County that prepares graduates for careers in aviation.

Its campus lies in Reola, Kambja Parish, beside Tartu Airport. Teaching is organised around professional higher education.

International applicants can choose the three-year Bachelor of Science in Commercial Aviation Management, taught in English at full-time pace, or the Commercial Air Transport Pilot programme, which runs for one year in an online format and can be stretched to three. Several other bachelor's curricula are taught only in Estonian: aircraft engineering, aviation information and telecommunication technology, air traffic services, aircraft piloting and aviation management.

Daytime students on those Estonian-language tracks pay no tuition, and a two-year vocational route that trains aircraft maintenance technicians is free on the same basis.

Admissions for the 2026/2027 intake have closed. The academy reports about 9.6 students per lecturer and more than 1,000 graduates since 1993.

Its training is aligned with ICAO and EASA requirements, and it is the only Estonian training organisation that partners with IATA. Students have simulators, a library, a gym and a cafe on site, and a student council represents their interests.

Beyond the degree programmes, the academy rents out simulator time, offers services for unmanned aviation operators and developers, and receives Erasmus+ exchange students.

Location & Contact

Estonian Aviation Academy's campus location, postal address, and admissions contact channels are below.

Address: Lennu 40 Reola küla, Kambja vald
Postal Code: 61707
Email: admissions@eava.ee
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Academic Details

Enrolment, faculty headcount, and accreditation data for Estonian Aviation Academy are listed below.

Accrediting Agency: Ministry of Education and Research
Admission Requirements: Applicants apply online through DreamApply with a copy of their passport or ID card, a secondary-education certificate with transcript, proof of English at B2 level or above and the EUR 50 application fee. Applicants graduating in EU, EEA, OECD or CIS countries, Ukraine, Georgia or from IB Diploma or A-level programmes may apply with current grades. Others need final graduation documents by the April 15 application deadline. Certified copies and translations of final documents must reach the academy by the end of July. Accepted English tests: IELTS Academic 5.5 in each band, TOEFL iBT 75, PTE Academic 59, Cambridge B2 First/C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency 169, or ICAO Aviation English level 4.

Faculties & Divisions

The faculties at Estonian Aviation Academy, and what each one teaches, are listed below.

Air Traffic Management (Course/Programme) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Air Transport
Aircraft Engineering (Course/Programme) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering
Aircraft Piloting (Course/Programme) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Air Transport
Aviation Management (Course/Programme) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Air Transport
  • Transport Management

Programs Offered

Below are Estonian Aviation Academy's active programmes, grouped by degree level, with search.

6 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Estonia

Bachelor's Degree 6 programmes

Bachelor's Degree in Aeronautical Engineering
Aerospace & Automotive Engineering · Estonian

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Bachelor's Degree in Aviation Management
Transportation Engineering · Estonian

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Bachelor's Degree in Commercial Air Transport Pilot
Transportation Engineering · English
Bachelor's Degree in Commercial Aviation Management
Transportation Engineering · English

Scholarships in Estonia

Below are scholarships available to students in Estonia.

Bachelor degree scholarships
Education and Youth Board (Harno) · Government funded · International students · 350 EUR per monthly · Full Tuition · Covers Living, Travel
the rate of the scholarship for Bachelor's studies is 350 euros per month;
Doctoral Allowance
Ministry of Education and Research (Estonia) · Government funded · 660 EUR per monthly · Living Stipend · Covers Living
EUR 660 per month for the four years of the standard doctoral curriculum, for doctoral students matriculated in 2021/2022 or earlier. Since 2022/2023, doctoral candidates are mainly offered state-funded junior research fellow positions instead.
Doctoral degree scholarships
Education and Youth Board (Harno) · Government funded · International students · 660 EUR per monthly · Full Tuition · Covers Living
the rate of the doctoral scholarship is 660 euros per month;
Estonian Language Summer and Winter Courses
Education and Youth Board (Harno) · Government funded · International students · Combined
Covers the participation fee, accommodation and cultural excursions for Estonian language and culture summer or winter courses under the EKKAV programme. Travel expenses are paid by the applicant. No monetary amount is stated.
Estophilus Scholarship
Education and Youth Board (Harno) · Government funded · International students · 660 EUR per monthly · Combined · Covers Living, Travel
EUR 660 per month for living costs during 1 to 5 months of research in Estonia, plus a fixed round-trip travel grant ranging from EUR 180 (1 to 499 km) to EUR 1,100 (8,000 km or more).
Grant for Youth from Substitute Care
Education and Youth Board (Harno) · Government funded · 160 EUR
State grant of EUR 160 for young people raised in a substitute home or family, applied for once a year through the Education and Youth Board.
Grants for researchers
Education and Youth Board (Harno) · Government funded · International students · 660 EUR per monthly · Full Tuition · Covers Living
the rate of the short-term grant is 45 euros per day; the rate of the long-term grant is 660 euros per month
Kristjan Jaak Scholarships
Education and Youth Board (Harno) · Government funded · International students
Mobility programme that funds degree studies abroad (master's and PhD at a recognised foreign university, up to 48 months) and short study visits of up to 30 days, such as conferences, intensive courses, library or laboratory visits and other study, research or teaching activities. Monthly amounts are not stated on the programme page.
Master degree scholarships
Education and Youth Board (Harno) · Government funded · International students · 350 EUR per monthly · Full Tuition · Covers Living, Travel
the rate of the scholarship for Master's studies is 350 euros per month;
Needs-Based Study Allowance
Ministry of Education and Research (Estonia) · Government funded · Living Stipend · Covers Living
Monthly allowance of EUR 440, 270 or 150 depending on family income per family member: EUR 440 up to EUR 189.10, EUR 270 from EUR 189.11 to 378.19, and EUR 150 from EUR 378.20 to 756.38.
Scholarship for Degree and Exchange Study
Education and Youth Board (Harno) · Government funded · International students · 350 EUR per monthly · Living Stipend · Covers Living
Monthly living-cost scholarship for foreign students studying in Estonia in 2026/2027 as degree or exchange students: EUR 350 per month at bachelor's and master's level and EUR 660 per month at doctoral level. Other costs are not covered. Exchange students are paid for up to 10 calendar months; bachelor's degree students receive 12 months, except 10 in their...
Scholarship for Estonia-specific research (Estophilus)
Education and Youth Board (Harno) · Government funded · International students · 660 EUR per monthly · Full Tuition · Covers Living, Travel
Scholarship for Students with Special Needs
Education and Youth Board (Harno) · Government funded · Living Stipend
Monthly scholarship for higher-education students with a disability confirmed by the Estonian Social Insurance Board. Full-time students receive EUR 60 to 510 per month depending on the disability: EUR 510 for severe hearing impairment, EUR 148 for severe mobility or visual impairment, EUR 80 for other severe disability, EUR 325, 68 and 60 for the correspond...
Scholarship for Summer Schools
Education and Youth Board (Harno) · Government funded · International students · 700 EUR per total · Combined
Covers the course fee of up to EUR 700 (one course per applicant, paid directly to the host university) and accommodation of up to EUR 25 per night for a maximum of 4 weeks, for summer-school courses of 1 to 4 weeks. The page lists 24 eligible courses: 12 at the University of Tartu, 9 at Tallinn University, 2 at TalTech and 1 at Estonian Business School.
Scholarships for short courses
Education and Youth Board (Harno) · Government funded · International students · 700 EUR per total · Full Tuition · Covers Living
Teacher Training Programme Student Scholarship
Education and Youth Board (Harno) · Government funded · 400 EUR per monthly · Living Stipend · Covers Living
EUR 400 per month for students who started in 2023/2024 or later and EUR 160 per month for those who started earlier.
Tuition-Free Full-Time Study in Estonian
Ministry of Education and Research (Estonia) · Government funded · International students · Fee Waiver
Higher education is free of charge in Estonia for students studying full-time in Estonian. English-taught curricula are priced by each university. Part-time students pay according to the credit points they register for.
Ustus Agur Scholarship for Doctoral Students
Education and Youth Board (Harno) · Other funded · International students · 5,000 EUR per total
One-off scholarship of EUR 5,000 that supports the research of a doctoral student whose work relates to information and communication technology (ICT) or applies ICT in another field. It is ITL's Ustus Agur Scholarship, hosted by the Education and Youth Board.

How to apply to Estonian Aviation Academy

The application path for Estonian Aviation Academy, in five steps.

  1. 1
    Browse the programme catalogue

    Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Estonian Aviation Academy runs 6 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.

  2. 2
    Check eligibility for your chosen programme

    Before applying to Estonian Aviation Academy, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for Estonia.

  3. 3
    Get your documents ready

    Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Estonian Aviation Academy's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.

  4. 4
    Apply through the official channel

    Lodge your application through the official website (lennuakadeemia.ee). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.

  5. 5
    Reach out and track your application

    Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. Reach the institution by email at admissions@eava.ee. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Estonian Aviation Academy

Below are key facts about Estonian Aviation Academy, drawn directly from institutional records.

In what year was Estonian Aviation Academy established?

Estonian Aviation Academy was founded in 1993 (approximately 33 years ago).

Where can I find Estonian Aviation Academy?

The institution is located in Tartu, Estonia.

Is Estonian Aviation Academy a public or private institution?

Estonian Aviation Academy operates as a public institution.

Is Estonian Aviation Academy accredited?

Estonian Aviation Academy is accredited by Ministry of Education and Research.

How do I find Estonian Aviation Academy online?

The institution's website is lennuakadeemia.ee.

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