Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide

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With campuses in Florida and Arizona, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is the nation's largest postsecondary institution dedicated to aviation and aerospace education. Over 31,000 students attend ERAU, many of whom pursue their degrees entirely online through Canvas. The university's catalog includes associate tracks in technical management and aviation maintenance. Bachelor's candidates can enroll in programs like business analytics, safety management, and aeronautics. They may also pursue a specialized unmanned systems applications degree, examining major challenges related to autonomy and interoperability. ERAU delivers remote master's degrees in project management and cybersecurity policy. Graduate students can obtain business administration credentials accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs. The 33-credit MBA curriculum emphasizes the global aviation industry and culminates with a research project.The university also offers an online aviation Ph.D. Both undergraduate and graduate applicants must meet a 2.5 minimum GPA requirement. Distance learners pay affordable per-credit tuition. Active military personnel enjoy steep discounts on already low tuition rates.

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Admissions Breakdown

Acceptance Rate Insight

62% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.

Retention Rate Insight

67% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.

Graduation Rate Insight

75% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.

Application Considerations

Test scores:	Required	High school transcript:	Required
High school rank:	Not required or recommended	Letter of recommendation:	Not required or recommended
High school GPA:	Required	Open admission:	No
Completion of college prep program:	Considered (not required)	Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL):

Transfer Credit Policy

Dual enrollment: Yes

Advance placement (AP) credits: Yes

Credit for qualified life experience*:

ⓘ *This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.

Learning Environment

49:1

Student to faculty ratio

Degrees Awarded by Program

Degrees given for the 2020-2021 academic year.

#	Programs	BA	MA	Doc
1	Biological And Biomedical Sciences	✔	✕	✕
2	Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services	✔	✕	✕
3	Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs	✔	✕	✕
4	Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services	✔	✕	✕
5	Education	✔	✕	✕
6	Engineering	✔	✕	✕
7	Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences	✔	✕	✕
8	Health Professions And Related Programs	✔	✕	✕
9	Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services	✔	✕	✕
10	Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies	✔	✕	✕
11	Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies	✔	✕	✕
12	Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology	✔	✕	✕
13	Physical Sciences	✔	✕	✕
14	Psychology	✔	✕	✕
15	Security And Protective Services	✔	✕	✕
16	Social Sciences	✔	✕	✕