ERAU Description

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is often considered to be one of the best aviation and aerospace universities in the country, and maybe even the world.

The accredited Prescott campus, established in 1978, offers over a dozen bachelor’s or master’s degree programs to choose from, including Aerospace, Aviation, and Applied Meteorology. One of the facilities on campus houses an advanced weather center and meteorology suite. Another facility houses state-of-the-art engineering and wind tunnel labs. Embry-Riddle strives to have top-notch, industry leading equipment and training. This helps ensure they continue to produce some of the best pilots in the country.

There are nearly 100 clubs and organizations students can choose from on campus, as well as Army and Air Force ROTC. There are three co-ed residence centers on the 539-acre campus.

In-state and out-of-state students pay the same tuition, and many eligible students receive financial aid based on their achievements, though it is not guaranteed.

Prescott, Arizona is a two-hour drive from Phoenix and the Grand Canyon, and is a mile above sea level. The natural desert environment and warm climate provide for spectacular flying conditions. If somehow the excitement of studying aviation and aerospace, the breathtaking views at the Grand Canyon, and all that Phoenix has to offer isn’t enough, Prescott is only a half a day’s drive away from Las Vegas or Los Angeles.

Quick Facts

Location

Southwest

Setting

Large Town Setting

Type

Private

Size

Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)

Website

www.erau.edu

On-Campus Housing Available

Yes

In-State Tuition

$28,274

Out-of-State Tuition

$28,274

Selectivity

Selective

Enrollment

1,672

ERAU Students

Full-Time Undergrad Students
1,627
Freshman Class
318
Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
1,672

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
97%
Graduate
3%

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
100%
Part-Time
0%

Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State

In-State
19%
Out-of-State
81%

Gender of Students

Women
20%
Men
80%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
2%
Asian
6%
Caucasian
69%
Latino
8%
Other
15%

Students State Origin

California
25%
Arizona
19%
Washington
9%
Texas
6%
Oregon
4%
Other
37%

International Students

International
4%
Domestic
96%