Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Daytona Beach, Florida |
| Online | erau.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | No |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's main residential campus is located in Daytona Beach, Florida, situated along the Atlantic coast approximately 50 miles northeast of Orlando. Originally established in 1925 as a flying school, ERAU has evolved into a leading institution specialized in aviation, aerospace, engineering, and related technological fields. The 185-acre campus features modern aviation facilities, including an advanced flight training center, engineering laboratories, and the largest university-operated fleet of aircraft in the country. Known for its comprehensive aerospace and aviation programs, the university offers degrees ranging from aeronautical science and aerospace engineering to aviation business administration and unmanned aircraft systems. Students have access to on-campus housing in residence halls designed to accommodate the university's focus on aviation studies, while the institution maintains strong connections with major aerospace companies and airlines for internship and career opportunities.
Ratings
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Academics
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Outcomes
Value
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide is rated within the top 48% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Worldwide within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#543 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#377 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#16 in Best Colleges in Florida
#12 in Best Private Colleges in Florida
#590 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#17 in Best Value Colleges in Florida
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1070/1260 |
| ACT | 24/32 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 |
| Other Fees | $25 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $10,160 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,196 |
| Total One Year Cost | $28,621 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Transportation and Materials Moving | 80% |
| Business | 19% |
| Mechanic and Repair Technologies | 1% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025