Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach
Daytona Beach, Florida · Private nonprofit, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$41,272
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
66.5%
Admission rate
65%
Undergrad size
7,860
In-state tuition
$44,249
Out-of-state tuition
$44,249
Cost of attendance
$64,632
Median earnings (10y)
$84,131
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,257
- ACT midpoint
- 26
- Retention
- 88.1%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
13 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by trades & services (47%), stem (44%), business (5%).
- STEM44%
- Business5%
- Humanities & arts2%
- Social sciences2%
- Trades & services47%
- Transportation41.7%~3,274 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering34.0%~2,671 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Business5.0%~395 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~280 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~236 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~208 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Military tech2.2%~170 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science2.1%~164 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology2.1%~164 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~137 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics1.4%~110 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering tech0.6%~44 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication0.1%~6 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Transportation. | Bachelor's | 1,104 | $53,995 | $22,000 |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering. | Bachelor's | 546 | $64,540 | $26,995 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 164 | $67,674 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 163 | $56,141 | $20,508 |
| Homeland Security. | Bachelor's | 123 | $40,792 | $20,500 |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering. | Master's | 106 | — | — |
| Air Transportation. | Master's | 68 | $78,896 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 67 | $77,654 | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Bachelor's | 63 | $40,234 | $24,620 |
| Military Systems and Maintenance Technology. | Bachelor's | 59 | $37,861 | $25,625 |
| Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences. | Bachelor's | 58 | — | — |
| Air Transportation. | Associate's | 57 | $50,728 | $18,750 |
| Applied Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 55 | — | — |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor's | 49 | $70,001 | $26,146 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics. | Bachelor's | 48 | — | $27,000 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 42 | $67,708 | — |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Master's | 41 | $80,740 | — |
| Engineering Physics. | Bachelor's | 40 | $58,469 | $23,667 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | — |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | — |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | $25,000 |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 32 | — | — |
| Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution. | Bachelor's | 28 | — | — |
| Applied Mathematics. | Master's | 23 | — | — |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | $29,319 |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology. | Bachelor's | 17 | $40,282 | $25,500 |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering. | Doctoral | 16 | — | — |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Master's | 15 | — | — |
| Computer Engineering. | Master's | 14 | — | — |
| Engineering Physics. | Master's | 12 | — | — |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians. | Master's | 11 | $73,610 | — |
| Data Science. | Master's | 11 | — | — |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Air Transportation. | Doctoral | 10 | — | — |
| Civil Engineering. | Master's | 9 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Doctoral | 9 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Engineering Physics. | Doctoral | 8 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Doctoral | 8 | — | — |
| Systems Engineering. | Master's | 7 | $101,436 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach is a large institution located in Daytona Beach, Florida, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 7,860 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Transportation, Engineering, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $41,272 per year, which is premium-priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $44,249 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $64,632 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 66.5%, a above-average completion outcome. 88.1% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $84,131 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach confers degrees and certificates across 13 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Transportation, Engineering, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by trades & services (47% of credentials), stem (44% of credentials), business (5% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach accepts 65% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,257. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 26.
Location & campus
Set in Daytona Beach, Florida (city), Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach draws students from across Florida and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach
Q.How much does Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach cost?
The average net price at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach is $41,272 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $64,632.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach?
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach has a 6-year graduation rate of 66.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach?
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach admits 65% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach graduate earns $84,131 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach?
Published tuition is $44,249 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach located?
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach is located in Daytona Beach, Florida (ZIP 32114).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach at their official website.