ISTAT University

Interested in an exciting career in aviation finance and trading, one of the world's fastest growing and most dynamic industries? Visit the ISTAT website for full program details and opportunities.

Please note: The ISTAT University program is now being managed by ISTAT.

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ISTAT University, or ISTAT U, provides an overview of the many facets of the aviation finance and leasing industry and exposes students to real world concepts and methodologies. The ISTAT U curriculum has been specifically tailored to help prepare students for internships as well as long-term career opportunities in the exciting field of aviation finance, leasing and trading. This program covers topics such as:

Aircraft leasing
Risk management
Aviation legal framework
Aircraft funding
Maintenance reserves
Lease negotiation
Transaction modeling

ISTAT U is currently available in a variety of formats both residential and online. These formats offer students the opportunity to earn credit hours (varies by university) and a program completion certificate.

ISTAT U Scholarship

The ISTAT Foundation is proud to offer a number of scholarships to support students enrolled in the ISTAT U program. More information about 2026 ISTAT U Scholarship opportunities will be available when ISTAT U 2.0 applications open this spring. Questions? Email us at foundation@istat.org.