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Embry Riddle Aeronautical University - Extended Campus consists of an extensive network of more than 130 learning centers. It has headquarters in Daytona Beach, Florida. The institution has a Program Participation Agreement with the US Department of Education for eligible students to receive Pell Grants and other federal aid.
Embry Riddle initially opened its first four teaching centers at military bases in the mid 1970s and now has centers throughout the United States, Canada, Europe and the Middle East. Their intention is to offer degree programs to servicemen and women who can't take classes at a residential campus.
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University - Extended Campus offers several undergraduate degrees, graduate degrees and certificate programs through traditional classroom and web-based presentation.
Daytona Beach, Florida is home to Embry Riddle. Daytona Beach is a small city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at Embry Riddle go up to the Master's degree.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. Students commonly pursue studies in transportation.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. Since a large share of students are from out-of-state, you can assume Embry Riddle has broad appeal.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Embry Riddle has 14,691 enrolled students (as of 2005). A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older. A very high share of students at Embry Riddle are male.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"It is the purpose of Embry-Riddle to provide a comprehensive education to prepare graduates for productive careers and responsible citizenship with special emphasis on the needs of aviation, aerospace, engineering and related fields. To achieve this purpose, the university is dedicated to the following: To offer undergraduate and graduate degree programs that prepare students for immediate productivity and career growth while providing a broad-based education with emphasis on communication and analytical skills. To emphasize academic excellence in the teaching of all courses and programs; to recruit and develop excellent faculty and staff; and to pursue research and creative activities that maintain and extend knowledge in aviation, aerospace and related disciplines. To develop mature, responsible graduates capable of examining, evaluating and appreciating the economic, political, cultural, moral and technological aspects of humankind and society, and to foster a better understanding of the workings of the free enterprise system and its social and economic benefits, and of the profit motive, as vital forces to the potential of individuals and groups. To promote ethical and responsible behavior among its students and graduates in the local, national and international aviation and aerospace communities and in the community at large. To develop and effectively deliver educational programs for the adult student and professional at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including off-campus degree programs, short courses, distance learning, non-credit programs, seminars, workshops and conferences."
More complete details are provided below.
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University - Extended Campus
600 S. Clyde Morris Blvd.
Daytona Beach, FL 32114-3900
General Phone: (800) 522-6787
Admissions Phone: (800) 522-6787
Financial Aid Phone: (800) 943-6279
http://www.erau.edu
Embry Riddle awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation | 2,510 | aviation tech, commercial pilot and flight crew, aviation operations |
| Business And Management | 455 | business administration |
| Mechanics And Repair | 16 | aircraft powerplant tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Embry Riddle in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 1,746 | 3 |
| Master's degree | 841 | 2 |
| Associate's degree | 394 | 3 |
In 2005, Embry Riddle had a total enrollment of 14,691 students (8,019 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 90% |
| Women | 10% |
| Full-Time | 20% |
| Part-Time | 80% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 74% |
| Graduate | 26% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 60% |
| Black | 7% |
| Hispanic | 7% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Other Races | 21% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 1% |
| 20-21 | 4% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 22% |
| 30-34 | 19% |
| 35-39 | 16% |
| 40-49 | 21% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 18% |
| Florida | 16% |
| Virginia | 7% |
| South Carolina | 6% |
| Washington | 5% |
| Georgia | 5% |
| Nevada | 4% |
| Texas | 4% |
| Kentucky | 3% |
| Maine | 3% |
| Maryland | 3% |
| Idaho | 2% |
| Tennessee | 2% |
| Hawaii | 2% |
| Alabama | 2% |
| North Carolina | 2% |
| North Dakota | 1% |
| Foreign countries | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Louisiana | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
| Alaska | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 66 % |
| Part-Time | 42 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Daytona Beach, Florida for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Florida Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 724 | 555 | 77% | 476 | 86% |
| Men | 650 | 501 | 77% | 428 | 85% |
| Women | 74 | 54 | 73% | 48 | 89% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | not required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (800) 522-6787
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,416 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 4,416 |
| Books and supplies | $ 944 |
Financial Aid:
Embry Riddle participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 001479A1)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (800) 943-6279
Embry Riddle has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 4 | $61,713 | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 19 | $43,642 | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 12 | $25,762 | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 9 | $27,009 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 44 | $37,006 | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 4 | $38,530 | 3 | $38,980 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 21 | $33,816 | 6 | $31,636 |
| Instructor | academic year | 14 | $25,419 | 3 | $35,624 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 41 | $32,435 | 12 | $34,469 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician
TRANSPORTATION
Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General
Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew
Aviation/Airway Management and Operations
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Embry Riddle Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in transportation (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 10% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career placement services Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching
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