Seneca aviation - Things to know Part III

It has recently come to my attention that there is some important information you should consider before applying to the Seneca Honours Bachelor of Aviation Technology program.

It appears that senior students in the Aviation Program were informed that they should not expect to graduate on time and that delays are likely due to “resource unavailability.” They were also told that the school is not obligated to ensure graduation within four years—the duration advertised on Seneca’s website. In fact, the aviation program may take up to five years from the first flight (which occurs in the second academic year), meaning the total program length could extend to six years.

Additionally, it was made clear that Jazz has no obligation to hire Seneca graduates. The only commitment Seneca makes is to provide an interview, not a guaranteed job offer. Based on information I’ve received, some past graduates completed the interview process but were never offered employment.

Before you commit your RESP to a program that delivers very little and makes promises it doesn’t keep, I strongly encourage you to consider more reliable alternatives. With the flight hours you graduate with from Seneca, you won’t be competitive for positions with commercial operators — not even for entry‑level bush flying roles.