Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
At a Glance

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is the world’s largest, fully accredited university specializing in aviation and aerospace. A truly international institution, the university educates undergraduate and graduate students at residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, at approximately 125 Worldwide Campus locations around the globe, including campuses in Singapore and Brazil, and through online learning.
The university offers more than 100 associate, bachelor’s, master’s and Ph.D. degree programs in its colleges of Arts & Sciences, Aeronautics, Aviation, Business, Engineering, and Security and Intelligence.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) is a Private institution located in the Central-East region of Florida. ERAU has Regional Accreditation .
The main campus in Daytona Beach, FL has a City feeling. 42.6% of students take advantage of the On-Campus Housing.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University offers programs that lead to the following types of degrees:
- Associate (2 yr.)
- Bachelor's (4 yr.)
- Graduate Degree
- Certificate
Student Body (as of Fall 2023)
Enrollment Type | Number of Students |
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Full Time | 7867 |
Part Time | 480 |
Full-time students outnumber part-time students (16.39:1) at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
Ethnicity | Percentage of Students |
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American Indian/Alaska Native | 0.30 |
Asian | 5.60 |
Black/African American | 5.00 |
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander | 0.20 |
Hispanic/Latino | 16.70 |
White/Caucasian | 63.80 |
Other/Unknown | 8.40 |
The most common ethnicity is White/Caucasian (63.8%) followed by Hispanic/Latino (16.7%.)
Gender | Percentage of Students |
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Female | 27.00 |
Male | 73.00 |
At 73%, male students outnumber female students by a very significant margin. Percentages are based on "as reported" values.
Embry-Riddle scholars are from all over the world and represent the best and brightest minds in aviation, aerospace, and related disciplines. It is the uniqueness of individual attributes that makes Embry-Riddle such a great place to learn. The Office of Diversity and Inclusion at the Daytona Beach campus of Embry-Riddle celebrates the diversity of all students, faculty and staff and campaigns for a more inclusive environment through the many programs and services we offer.
D&I provides resources for the diverse people groups on campus including minorities, women, and other underrepresented groups. The mission of the office is to foster a diverse, inclusive campus with programs and services that challenge students’ ability to adapt to diverse, inclusive environments, engage in creative, productive and meaningful activities, and understand how their behaviors impact others.
Total Students: | 8,347 |
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Undergraduate Students: | 7,551 |
Graduate Students: | 796 |
Average Student Age: | 21 |
Costs and Financial Aid (as of 2025)
2024-2025 new enrolling students who graduate from a Florida high school receive a discount on tuition of approximately 5%.
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Scholarships
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is committed to preparing students for success and maximizing their educational investment.
When it comes to educational funding, you have options. You don’t have to let tuition fees deter you from pursuing your goals or living your dreams. A degree from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is more than a piece of paper. It is an investment into your future. Our Financial Aid representatives are here to help you and your family leverage the variety of scholarships, loans, and financial aid programs designed to fund that investment.
The estimated costs below are only an estimate and may not reflect all cost and expenses incurred while attending your respective campus.
All students are automatically reviewed for merit-based scholarships upon acceptance. Additional consideration for need-based aid is available upon filing the FAFSA.
Scholarships are financial awards given to a variety of students based on their abilities inside and outside of the classroom. The best part about scholarships is they do not have to be repaid. Scholarships deadlines may vary, so apply early.
Visit Embry-Riddle's Financial Aid website https://daytonabeach.erau.edu/financial-aid for more information about Institutional and External Scholarship Opportunities.
Category | Cost |
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Full-Time Tuition | 42408.00 |
Books and Supplies | 1250.00 |
Housing Costs | 9300.00 |
The total estimated full time costs of $52,958.00 consists of $42,408.00 for Tuition, $1,250.00 for Books and Supplies, and $9,300.00 for Housing.
Admissions (as of Fall 2023)
New students are eligible for admission at the beginning of the fall, spring, and summer terms. High school students may apply at the beginning of their senior year.
Accepted
Application Fee
Tuition Deposit
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In making transfer admission decisions, the Admissions Office reviews official transcripts of all college-level work attempted and completed. Transfer candidates who have earned fewer than 30 college-level credit hours are also required to submit an official final high school transcript. Applicants who graduated from a Florida high school should submit official high school transcript in order to be eligible for the Florida tuition discount.
The minimum grade point average required for admission to Embry-Riddle is a 2.00 from the last institution attended and a combined GPA of 2.00 from all Universities attended. The minimum GPA for transfer students applying to technical majors is 2.5. Most successful transfer applicants present at least a 2.50 (C+) average on a four-point scale. Applicants with grade point averages between a 2.00 and a 2.40 will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
The University offers admission to all applicants who present an academic record that demonstrates their ability to graduate. To reach an admissions decision, the following information is considered: overall academic performance and course load, rank in class (if available), selected major, letters of recommendation and standardized test scores. The University’s Admissions Office implements established academic policies and requirements that define the necessary qualifications for admission.
Entrance requirements to the University include 4 years of English; 3 years minimum, 4 years preferred college preparatory mathematics; 3 years of social science; and 2 years of science including a laboratory science, 3 years preferred. Additional courses may be required depending on the major selected. Admitted students usually present more than the minimum requirements. The University reserves the right to change entrance requirements without prior notice.
ACT Score: | 24 – 30 |
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SAT Score: | 1,160 – 1,330 |
High School: | 3.9 |
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For Merit Scholarship: | N/A |
New students are eligible for admission at the beginning of the fall, spring, and summer terms. High school students may apply at the beginning of their senior year. Applications received after the priority filing dates will be processed on a space-available basis.
Filing Priority
Fall Term - January 15
Spring Term - November 1
Summer Term A - April 1
Summer Term B - June 1
For more information and to apply, contact the Admissions Office or visit our website at: http://daytonabeach.erau.edu/admissions/
Distance Learning (as of 2024)
Embry-Riddle's Worldwide Campus offers valuable degrees that open doors to high-paying jobs around the world using innovative methods that are accessible, flexible, and affordable.
Our Admissions team can explain application requirements, field admission questions and provide general guidance through enrollment. We are excited to see your success as an elite, committed, diverse member of our Embry-Riddle family.
Federal Loan Fees of $10.00 per term for undergraduates and $44.00 per term for graduates students apply. Student Government Association fees of $25.00 per term applies to all students.
Our unique approach to online education leverages leading-edge technology by giving students access to the expertise of highly trained faculty members and online degree programs that consistently rank among the best in the nation.
The technology includes virtual classrooms that foster engagement and collaboration and virtual labs that enhance hands-on experiences. Our faculty members are routinely trained to ensure you receive a renowned Embry-Riddle education enriched through cutting-edge technologies.
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Embry-Riddle is proud to support each individual student by assigning a professional advisor upon admission. Our Academic Advisors guide and support students as they progress through their academic careers. Advisors will continue to assist through graduation with the following transactions:
- A contact with whom you can discuss needs in regard to academic and personal success
- Schedule planning
- Creating and updating your academic study plan
- Removal of the Advisor Hold, where applicable, before registration
- Guidance and referrals when needed
Undergraduate Advising also works closely to get you connected with our experienced and dedicated faculty members to help mentor students as you prepare for careers in the global aviation and aerospace industry.
Campus Life (as of Fall 2023)
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The 185-acre Daytona Beach campus offers a traditional residential college experience to enhance our world-class, highly-ranked academic programs. Adjacent to Daytona Beach International Airport, the University’s 90-acre MicaPlex Research Center and Daytona International Speedway, the location offers excellent support for flight training, research and industry partnerships.
You can cheer on our successful intercollegiate athletics teams who compete in NCAA Division II, and maybe break a sweat of your own by participating in our 50-plus intramural, club, and recreational sports. Make new friends in our eight residence halls or by joining one of our 100-plus student organizations. ROTC programs include all branches of the military, Air Force, Army and Navy with Marine Corps option. Grab a delicious bite to eat at our many on-campus dining facilities, then get your mind off classes by enjoying events such as comedy or musical acts, popular movies, and renowned speakers.
Sports
Embry-Riddle's highly successful intercollegiate athletics program on its Daytona Beach Campus sponsors 19 intercollegiate sports teams, as well as coed cheerleading.
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The Daytona Beach Campus is in its fourth year as a member of the NCAA Division II and the Sunshine State Conference, as well as the Peach Belt Conference for track & field. In their first year of competition in NCAA II, the Eagles captured three conference championships – women’s cross country and both men’s & women’s track and field and followed with a women’s soccer conference tournament title and regional quarterfinal appearance in 2019. As members of the NAIA, the Eagles won two team national titles (men’s basketball and men’s tennis), 29 individual national championships and 104 Sun Conference titles. The Eagles have had 402 NAIA All-Americans, 321 NAIA Scholar-Athletes and 81 Academic All-Americans. The Eagles have posted a cumulative GPA higher than the rest of the Embry-Riddle student body for 20 consecutive years, including a program-best 3.571 in the Spring of 2020.
- NCAA Division II
- Sunshine State Conference; Peach Belt Conference
Returning Students (as of 2024)
Embry-Riddle welcomes transfer students! We work one-on-one with you to maximize your transfer credit and put you on the fast track to success.