Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach (ERAUDB, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach) Academics and Admissions

Academics

Established in 1965, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) – Daytona Beach is a residential campus of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. The university offers bachelor’s and master’s degree programs in Aeronautical Science, Aerospace Engineering and other Aerospace fields. The university is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. U.S. News & World Report ranked Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University as one of the top 10 regional universities in the south in the magazine’s 2011 edition of Best Colleges. ERAU offers a comprehensive education that includes the research, operation, engineering, manufacturing, marketing, and management of modern aircraft and all of the systems that support them. There are nearly 30 diverse majors available to students at this university. Some of the most popular areas of study include Communication, Computational Mathematics, Engineering Physics, Human Factors and Psychology, Space Physics and Interdisciplinary Studies. The university’s College of Aviation offers ten majors through its five departments, which include Aeronautical Science, Applied Aviation Sciences, Doctoral Studies, Aviation Maintenance Science and Flight Training.

This school emphasizes extensive research, consulting, and other hands-on educational activities that teach students about aviation, aerospace, and their related industries. The university offers small class sizes with a student-to-faculty ratio of16:1, and about one-third of the classes have fewer than 20 students. There are also numerous and diverse academic support services that are available to students studying at this university.

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Information Summary

Ranks 9th in Florida and 308th overall. See the entire top 2,000 colleges and universities list
Overall Score (about)	90.1
Total Cost On-Campus Attendance	$53,250
Admission Success rate	N/A
SAT 75%ile scores	1230
Student Ratio Students-to-Faculty	19 : 1
Retention (full-time / part-time)	82% / N/A
Enrollment Total (all students)	6,613

Admissions

Students who wish to apply to ERAU must complete either the online or print version of the school’s application form, which is available on the school’s website. There is a nonrefundable application fee to apply to this university. Each applicant must also submit an official high school transcript or GED score report, an official SAT or ACT score report, and any AP or college credit transcripts (if applicable). Letters of recommendation and interviews are not required, but some students may have to take math placement tests. Certain programs also have additional requirements. While students are admitted to the college on a rolling basis all year long, students are strongly urged to apply by the priority deadlines, which vary by term. Students should contact the school directly for exact dates and deadlines.

Non-degree seeking students, transfer students, home-schooled students, and international students may need to use different procedures, so they should refer to the university’s website or contact the Office of Admission for more information about the admissions process and application requirements. Useful statistics, including minimum admission standards and required background courses, are listed on the college’s website.

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Financial Aid

The majority of the students at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach receive some form of state, federal, private or institutional financial assistance. In fact, nearly all of the students with demonstrated need were awarded need-based financial assistance. Forms of aid that are available include grants, scholarships, and loans. The college also offers a limited number of scholarships and grants for students. Some are based on merit; others require applicants to demonstrate evidence of financial need. All students who wish to be considered for financial aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA should be submitted as soon as possible after January 1st each year. The priority deadline for filing the financial aid application is in March, but students are strongly urged to apply as soon as possible as aid is awarded on a first come, first served basis. If selected for verification, students will also need to complete a Federal Verification Worksheet and/or submit additional documents.

Students are encouraged to contact the Financial Aid Office for more information and assistance with completing the financial aid application process. Students should also note that financial aid applications must be renewed each year. This school also offers a deferred payment plan to help students pay any tuition charges that are not covered by financial aid.

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Students

This university has a very diverse student body with students from different states and countries. Nearly half of the university’s students lives on-campus in one of the school’s seven fully furnished residence halls. Layouts vary by building; there are traditional, apartment-style and suite-style residence halls. All of the rooms also include cable television service, phone service, and high speed Internet access. Residence life also comes with a wide variety of activities designed for resident students.

There are plenty of academic and social support services such as academic advising, career counseling, and tutoring, to help students make a smooth and seamless transition to college life. At the university, there are also more than 140 diverse clubs, organizations, and activities that include academic, professional, political, social, talent, athletic, student government, media, religious, service, multicultural, special interest, and honor groups. Students can check the college’s website for a complete list of clubs and events.

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Athletics

The Daytona Beach campus offers many diverse varsity athletic programs that include soccer, baseball, tennis, basketball, golf, and volleyball. Known as the Eagles, the university’s teams sport the schools colors of blue and gold, and compete in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and the Florida Sun Conference (FSC). The Eagles consistently rank among the finest athletic teams in the nation. The athletic program at Daytona Beach also claimed the FSC’s All-Sports Trophy for three seasons in a row. Many student athletes have earned NAIA All-America Scholar-Athlete honors.

Alumni

Embry Riddle alumni invclude:

Gregory Biscone, United States Air Force Brigadier General and Deputy Director of Operations at United States Central Command
Daniel Burbank, American astronaut and US Coast Guard Captain
John Currier, United States Coast Guard Rear Admiral and Assistant Commandant for Acquisition
Kevin Davis, United States Navy Lieutenant Commander, Top Gun Graduate, and former F/A-18 Blue Angels Pilot
Jerry Doyle, American actor and host of a radio talk show
Susan Kilrain, American astronaut and United States Navy Commander
Karen Magnussen, RollerJam skater and Junior Olympic speedskating title holder
Kraig Paulsen, Iowa State Representative and minority whip
Mark Tillman, Chief Pilot of Air Force One Presidential Pilot under President G.W. Bush

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