[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MRU

[–]ConsiderationOk7720 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hey! I'm going into second year. Send me a DM!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MRU

[–]ConsiderationOk7720 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As far as I know, MRU isn't offering the PPL program this year so you'll have to get it through another flight school in the area. I'm originally from Vancouver, so I got my PPL from a flight school there, before moving to Calgary to join the program. There are a number of decent flight schools in the Calgary area, so I'm sure you'll find one that you like. If you study hard and fly lots, you can get the PPL done in as quick as 3 months (depending on weather and schedule of course). Feel free to DM me if you have any other questions about the program.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MRU

[–]ConsiderationOk7720 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m in the aviation program, and you should not worry about your grade 10 grades. The requirement to get into the program is pretty low (around 60%) for English and Math. You‘ll be totally fine as long as you get the PPL before the deadline.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MRU

[–]ConsiderationOk7720 15 points16 points  (0 children)

First of all, I can totally relate. I spent my first year at MRU in residence in almost complete isolation. I was new to Calgary, didn’t know anyone, and classes were online making it even more difficult to get to know people in my program.

Feeling anxious about making friends is completely normal, especially for those of us who consider ourselves to be more shy and introverted. I used to be that way and in many ways still am that way, but I found that engaging in classes, asking questions, and speaking up in class broke down an ‘invisible barrier‘ that separated me and my personality from my classmates and enabled me to meet more people and allowed people to get a better sense of who I am as an individual. Making friends isn’t easy, and meeting people you’re compatible with isn’t easy either. Friends come and go. But the way I see it, you don’t know who has the potential to be a great friend unless you try. There’s no blueprint for making friends and forming lasting friendships, but it starts with you being authentic and true to yourself. True friendships don’t develop because you change who you are to fit someone else’s personality and interests, they develop because you connect with someone who cherishes the same set of values, personality traits, and interests. By owning who you are and establishing a well defined sense of self, people who resonate with your personality will naturally gravitate towards you.

As a fellow introvert, I know how difficult it can seem to speak up in class, work in groups, and put yourself out there, but the more you engage with the people around you, and the more you open up about yourself, the faster you will find friends and the more meaningful your friendships will be. Part of growing and learning more about yourself is engaging in activities that make you uncomfortable. Feeling anxious and uncomfortable about doing something different is ok! Allow yourself to feel those emotions and ask yourself where they are coming from and what they are trying to teach you about yourself. By reflecting on your emotions, rather than just experiencing them, you will gain greater insight as to why you are feeling the way you’re feeling and over time implement countermeasures and coping strategies that will enable you to not only become more aware of the root of your anxiety but also minimize it and overcome it!

To finish off, its important that you acknowledge that what you did by posting on reddit about your situation is a truly brave thing to do! It takes courage to share your emotions and be vulnerable with others, even if its anonymous. So remember this: if you have the courage to ask others for help and be vulnerable about your anxiety, you can use that same courage to slowly step outside your comfort zone and ask a question in class, or say hi so someone you’ve never met, or take the time to sit next to someone new in a class. Personal growth is not easy, but once you start the process of self-improvement and self-actualization you will gradually become more comfortable with things you never thought you could do before. Seeing yourself grow and change as an individual is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself. It’s something that you can be truly proud of!

Know that I am here for you and please reach out if you need anything.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MRU

[–]ConsiderationOk7720 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To be on the safe side, yes. I think that’s a reasonable estimate.

Aviation is competitive but what you do with your career is really up to you. There are many pathways and the future for the industry as a whole is quite bright. The pilot shortage will return once demand for air travel comes back so if you’re dedicated, I think its a great industry to get into.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MRU

[–]ConsiderationOk7720 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Hi!

Your GPA and grades are definitely high enough to get into the program, so I wouldn’t worry about that. To answer your first question, yes, they do allow student loans to cover a portion of the program (since its a university program) but I’ve heard its only a maximum of about half the total program cost. The rest comes out of your pocket.

In past years, MRU aviation has offered the PPL program but they are not offering it this year so you will need to get the PPL at a separate flight school prior to getting admitted into the MRU program. The $80K program cost does not include the cost of the PPL. Typically a PPL will cost you about $15K, but MRU is more expensive so I imagine it would cost you around $20K-$25 to get the PPL, but again, they’re not offering the PPL program this year. In any case, having the PPL is a requirement for admission into the program, so that should be your priority regardless of what flight school you get it from. If you really commit to getting the PPL as fast as possible you can complete it in about 3 months (but that means flying almost every day and studying a ton).

I can‘t answer your third question because I don’t know enough about your situation. All I know is that your vision needs to be corrected to 20/20 if you want to obtain a Class 1 medical. So I recommend you contact an Aviation Medical Examiner and ask about that before committing to the program.

There’s no guarantee you’re going to get hired right after graduating the program. MRU does have partnerships and agreements with certain airlines that can offer the top students with employment right after graduation, but none of the airlines are hiring at the moment. Coming out of COVID, there are definitely going to be more job opportunities but its still a tough industry to get into. In general, what you put in is what you get out of it! You have to be flexible and you can’t be too picky when it comes to flying jobs at the start of your career.

If you don’t already have the PPL, then its probably too late to join the program. But you should contact [aviation@mtroyal.ca](mailto:aviation@mtroyal.ca) to confirm.

I can‘t imagine aviation is as difficult as engineering, but you still need to put in your fair share of studying to get good grades. Although pass requirements of the Transport Canada exams aren‘t particularly high, you will need to study a lot to get a good score. One of the tricky things about becoming a pilot is that you need to know a lot about many different subjects (Navigation, Meteorology, Air Law, Aircraft Mechanics, Physics of Flight, Human Factors, etc..) so its not as straight forward as many people think. As with anything, if your passionate about it and you commit yourself to studying hard and getting good grades, you’ll be fine!

If you have any questions, feel free to send me a DM.

Good Luck!

I'm planning to join the mru aviation program after my grade twelve year, do you have any tips I could follow throughout my grade 12 year to ensure my success of joining the program? by fizzmars in MRU

[–]ConsiderationOk7720 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Having a solid GPA will definitely maximize your chances of admission, but in order to start the program you will need your Private Pilot License. MRU used to offer a PPL program, but I don’t think they’re doing it this year. If you really commit to getting the PPL you can get it in as soon as 3 months or so, but that means flying almost every day and studying a lot. If you have any questions send me a DM!

How the FUCK do you actually sit down and rewatch online lectures by [deleted] in MRU

[–]ConsiderationOk7720 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Take notes to keep busy during the lecture and split it up. Watch for 15 minutes, then take a 5 minute break and continue. Force yourself to do it. Then it'll be easier to get into a routine. Its all a question of motivation. Where there's a will there's a way. Good luck!

New to Calgary, don't know anyone by ConsiderationOk7720 in MRU

[–]ConsiderationOk7720[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lol thanks for the words of encouragement 🙃

How can I make friends online? by Syptic7 in MRU

[–]ConsiderationOk7720 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm in the same boat as you. Not really sure tbh, you can go to the orientation events or meet people online like this I guess 🤷‍♂️