Embry Riddle Aeronautical University 2013 2014

Welcome to Embry-Riddle

Aeronautical University! The World’s Leader in Aviation and Aerospace Higher Education

University at a Glance

• Four Year, Private, Coed University• Time magazine: “Harvard of the Skies”• Approximately 4600 undergraduates at Daytona Beach• 100% Resources Dedicated to Aviation and Aerospace • Safe Campus Environment• Teaching University with Small Classes (Average 27)• 16:1 Student to Faculty Ratio• Classes are all taught by professors and not teaching

assistants

Daytona Beach Area 60 miles from Orlando70 miles to Cape Canaveral90 miles to Jacksonville

Activities:• The World’s Most Famous Beach• International Speedway (Daytona USA)• Swimming• Surfing• Sailing• Fishing• Golfing (home of the LPGA)• Theaters and Museums

Daytona Beach Campus

Degree Programs & Academics

College of AviationAeronautical Science

Aeronautics

Air Traffic Management

Applied Meteorology

Aviation Maintenance Science

Commercial Space Operations

Homeland Security

Aerospace & Occupational Safety

Unmanned Aircraft Systems

Still Exploring College of Aviation

College of Arts and SciencesInterdisciplinary StudiesCommunicationComputational MathematicsEngineering PhysicsHuman Factors PsychologySpace PhysicsStill Exploring College of Arts and Sciences

Undergraduate Choices of Study

College of EngineeringAerospace Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Computer Engineering

Software Engineering

Computer Science

Electrical Engineering

Still Exploring College of Engineering

College of BusinessBusiness AdministrationStill Exploring College of Business

Q α ?

Minors Aeronautical Studies Aerospace Electronics Aerospace Life Sciences Air Traffic Control Applied Mathematics Applied Meteorology Asian Studies Astronomy Aviation Law Aviation Maintenance Science Aviation Safety Avionics Line Maintenance Business Administration Communication Computational Mathematics Computer Aided Design / Computer

Aided Manufacturing

Computer Science Environmental Studies Flight Flight Test and Simulation High Performance Vehicles Homeland Security Human Factors Humanities Industrial Safety International Relations Physics Psychology Secondary Education Space Studies Unmanned Aircraft Systems

College of Engineering

MS, Aerospace EngineeringMaster of Aerospace EngineeringMS, Software EngineeringMS, Mechanical EngineeringMS, Electrical & Computer

EngineeringMS, Unmanned & Autonomous

Systems EngineeringPh.D., Aerospace Engineering

College of Aviation

MS, AeronauticsPh.D., Aviation

Graduate Choices of Study

College of Arts and SciencesMS, Engineering PhysicsPh.D., Engineering PhysicsMS, Human Factors and Systems

College of BusinessMaster of Business Administration

(MBA)Aviation ManagementAirline ManagementAirport ManagementAviation Human ResourcesAviation System ManagementFinance

Master of Business Administration in Aviation Management

Master of Aviation Finance

College of Aviation

• 1st FAA Approved Part 142 Flight Training Center with Aircraft

• Self Examining Authority

• Ideal climate for flight training

• 300+ days of flying

• Flight Fellowship and Internships

• Every academic faculty member has over 10 years of industry experience

• Same operations and procedures as airlines

Aeronautical Science Leaders in Advanced Technology

Embry-Riddle Fleet

• Over 65 aircraft

• NEW Cessna 172

• Decathlon (Aerobatic)

• Piper Arrow

• Piper Seminole

• Diamond Twinstar

Flight Training Devices

• CRJ-200

• The GAT-II Spatial

Disorientation

Trainer

• Cessna 172 SP with 220

degree visual

• Frasca PA-44 with 220

degree visual

• New Glass Cockpit in Cessna 172• Radar display inside cockpit• Real-time tracking for participating planes• Record and playback flight• Flight Supervisor tracks planes• 60 inch screen in Flight Dispatch • Others who use it: FedEx & UPS

SAFETY

Automatic Dependant Surveillance – Broadcast

ADS-B

Aerospace & Occupational Safety

• Preparation for Airframe and Power Plant License• 3 Areas of Concentration: Maintenance Management, Aerospace Electronics, Flight

Aviation Maintenance Science

• Safety management and technical guidance on FAA, EPA, and OSHA

compliance issues in a variety of aviation, aerospace, and industrial settings.

• Lab equipment includes: Flight data/cockpit voice recorders, kinematic

video system for ergonomic analysis

• Opportunity to study atmospheric phenomena (ex: global climate and tornadoes)

• High-tech weather center • Weather forecasting• Map analysis

• Largest lab in the US• Most advanced equipment• Control tower simulator (same as NASA, FAA, USAF)• Air Traffic-CTI (Collegiate Training Initiative)

Air Traffic Management

Applied Meteorology

Homeland Security

One of the 1st universities in the nation to offer a program to meet the nation’s demand for security professionals.

Courses cover emergency planning and response, investigation and law enforcement, along with security and risk analysis.

Commercial Space Operations

This degree is one of the newest and most innovative in the non-engineering fields of the aerospace industry. The program will provide commercial space industry companies and regulators with skilled graduates in areas specific to commercial and private space flight operations.

College of Engineering

Embry-Riddle

Ranked in the top 20 best Undergraduate Engineering Programs since 2001!

Engineering at Embry-Riddle

Highlights• ABET Accredited• Common First Year• Design Projects• State-of-the-Art Labs• Extensive Hands-on • Small Class Size

Highlights

• Ranked #1 since 2001!

• Senior Capstone Project

• Concentrations

Aeronautics

Astronautics

Propulsion

Every Course – Every Semester!

Aerospace Engineering

Electrical EngineeringCircuit theory, Communication Systems, Computers, Control systems

Electromagnetic Fields, Energy Sources and Systems, and Electronic Devices Specialization in Avionics

Civil EngineeringFocus on Transportation, Structures, Geotechnical, and Materials

Solid foundation in the classical areas of civil engineering with an emphasis on the fields of transportation, aviation, and aerospace

Mechanical Engineering 1st two years identical to Aerospace Engineering

Focus on control systems and machineryProjects are multidisciplinary; connection to aviation

Computer Engineering

Software Engineering

Incorporates hardware and software classes

Analog/Digital Circuits, Computer Architecture, Microelectronics

Design and implementation of software systems

Focus on real-time, embedded, and safety-critical applications

Unmanned Aircraft Systems Science

The Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Science degree will provide the necessary expertise for graduates to seek employment as pilots/operators, observers, sensor operators, and operations administrators of unmanned aircraft systems.

College of Arts & Sciences

Space Physics Advanced Propulsion Systems

Solar System Physics Planetary Science

Astrophysics

Engineering Physics Space Science and Space Systems Engineering

Students involved in faculty undergraduate research One of the largest Engineering Physics programs in the country.

Embry-Riddle Astronauts

Daniel C. Burbank STS – 109 Atlantis, 2000STS – 115 Atlantis, 2006

Benjamin Alvin DrewSTS-118 Endeavor, 2007

Ronald Garan Jr.Pilot

Susan KilrainSTS – 83, 1997STS – 94, 1997

Nicole StottMission Specialist

Terry Virts Jr.Pilot and CAPCOM

Communications

Human Factors Psychology Explores human-system interface ~ Ergonomics

Learn about the challenges involved in optimizing the performance and safety of both humans

and the machines they use.

Combines aviation with communication skill trainingOnly program in the country to offer the opportunity to blend Aviation courses, flight ratings with a major in Communication

• Aeronautical Studies • Aerospace Electronics• Aerospace Life Science• Air Traffic Control• Applied Meteorology• Astronomy• Aviation Maintenance Science• Aviation Safety• Business Administration• Communication• Computer Aided Design • Computer Science• Environmental Studies

• Flight• Flight Test and Simulation • High Performance Vehicles• Homeland Security• Human Factors• Humanities• Industrial Safety• International Relations• Mathematics• Physics• Psychology• Secondary Education• Space Studies

Aerospace Studies (Design Your Own Major)

Combine three minors in any area

College of Business

Business Administration

Majors: Management and Air Transportation

Designed for students interested in a strong business foundation with emphasis on specific aviation applications

“Teaching Airport” program partners withDaytona Beach International Airport to hostactivities ranging from guest lecture series,site visits, and internships.

Accelerated Programs

Aerospace EngineeringComputer/ Software Engineering

Engineering Physics/ Space PhysicsHuman Factors & Systems

• The student must maintain a 3.2 GPA by the 2nd semester of their Junior year at ERAU and then inquire to their Academic Advisor

• Student will take graduate level courses their 4th year (Senior Year) followed by a 5th year of graduate work

• Diplomas will be awarded simultaneously after completion of the program

“STILL EXPLORING” Student Program

Still deciding on a major?

Pursue your studies “undeclared” within any of the colleges of Embry-Riddle and take advantage

of special career and academic advising for students in this new program. As you focus your interests, we’ll help guide you toward the major

that fits your needs.

Campus Life & Opportunities

Campus ServiceResidence Hall Association Student Government Association

CulturalInternational Student Association  

Greek LifeSigma Alpha EpsilonAlpha Sigma Tau

HonoraryMortar BoardOrder of Omega

 Military

Arnold Air Society (AAS)Ranger Challenge Team (Army

ROTC)

Clubs & Professional Organizations

Professional American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics Women in Aviation International

Recreational Camping and Outdoors Club Eagle Talon Martial Arts Society

Religious Chi Alpha Jewish Student Association

Special Interest Aerobatic Club Paintball Club Riddle Players High Power Rocketry Club Music Club Skydiving Club

Intercollegiate Sports - NAIA

Men’sBaseball

BasketballCross CountryCheerleading

GolfSoccerTennisTrack

Women’sBasketball

Cross CountryCheerleading

GolfSoccerSoftballTennisTrack

Volleyball

www.embryriddlesports.com

Army 4 and 3 year scholarships www.goarmy.com/rotc

Air Force 4 and 3 year scholarships www.airforcerotc.com

Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC)

Naval 4 and 2 year scholarshipsMarine optionwww.nrotc.navy.mil

*not to exceed the cost of education

Residence Halls • T3 High Speed Internet • Basic Cable• Mini refrigerator and microwave

• 8 residence halls• 43% live on campus• Guaranteed housing first 2

years• Roommate assignments based on major and personality profile

Where you will liveMcKay Hall Adam and Wood HallsDoolittle Hall

Dining 757 Express Meal Plan = 14 meals per week

2 cafeteria style dining areas – Propellers – Landing Strip

Career ServicesCareer Center Services• Career advisement• Career workshops• Electronic job search• Company

information• Employment

statistics• Mock job interviews• Database

Internships and Co-Ops• Work experience• Networking tool• Increase opportunity

for

job interviewIndustry and Career Expo• Company

presentations• On-campus interviews• Over 100 employers

• Aviation and aerospace industry • Law enforcement agencies • Global companies• High-tech businesses• Government agencies• All military branches

Employers

96% Graduates employed within one year of graduation The major airlines hire more alumni of Embry-Riddle

Aeronautical University than from any other collegiate aviation program.

Admission Requirements

Admission Requirementsfor Bachelor Degree

Fall Semester Deadlines: Rolling admissions Best time to apply is fall of your

senior year March 1 – recommended

application filing date June 1 – application deadline for applicants outside USA

Include with your application: Official transcripts (WES) Official SAT or ACT (optional) Official TOEFL or IELTS scores Two letters of recommendation Resume and/or essay suggested Affidavit of financial support and

bank letter certifying funds Copy of information page from

passport

Decision based on: Grade point average Standardized test scores Course selection Class rank Activities related to career area Honors/awards Math/science preparation for

technical degrees Letters of recommendation

Course Requirements

Technical Majors4 Math

(up to Pre-Calc)

3 Lab-Sciences

Non-Technical Majors3 Math

(at least Algebra II)

2 Lab-Sciences

Transfer Admissions

• College coursework completed• GPA - suggested cumulative GPA is a 2.5• Student’s high school coursework and GPA will

also be considered if there is fewer than 30 college credits at the time of application

Transferability of College Credit

Generally college credit will transfer if:• Applicable to the degree• Equivalent to coursework• A “C” or better is earned

The Records and Registration Office will evaluate college credit on a course-by-course basis.

An official evaluation of the student’s transcript will be completed upon acceptance.

Admission Requirementsfor Master’s Degree

Fall Semester Deadlines:

Rolling admissions Best time to apply during your

final semester June 1 – application deadline

Include with your application: Official transcripts (WES) Official GRE or GMAT scores Official TOEFL or IELTS scores Three letters of recommendation Resume Statement of objectives Affidavit of financial support and

bank letter certifying funds Copy of information page from

passport

Decision based on: Grade point average > 3.0 GRE or GMAT score Course selection Class rank Activities related to career area Work experience Honors/awards Undergraduate courses Letters of recommendation

Undergraduate Costs 2013-2014

Tuition is due 10 days prior to the start of classes

Plan early for Tuition Payment Plans – Can start as early as February

Costs may be adjusted each academic year

  Academic Year

Tuition & Fees $ 31,344

Housing & Meals, $ 9,550

Books $ 1,400

Total expenses:

$ 42,294

Estimated flight costs: (Cost varies depending upon student ‘s proficiency)

$12,000+ per year

Total with flight: $55,000+

Graduate Costs 2013-2014  Academic Year

Tuition & Fees $ 16,284*

Housing & Meals, Personal ExpenseBooks

$ 9,550

$ 1,400

Total Expenses:* Based on 6 credits per semester

$ 27,734

 Summer Semester: Tuition, Room, Board, Books, Personal $15,500

Estimated flight costs: (Cost varies depending upon student ‘s proficiency)

$12,000+ per year

Total with flight: $40,000+

AcademicAlumni Endorsement GrantCampus Visit Travel Award

Alumni Legacy Grant ERAU Family Grant

Athletic ScholarshipsFirst Robotics Scholarship

Phi Theta Kappa Transfer AssuranceROTC Assurance

Embry-Riddle Scholarships

External Scholarships

Embry-Riddle Scholars• First Year Students with complete admissions

application on file by January 15th will be automatically reviewed for scholarships.

Profile of Fall 2013 Scholarship Recipients• GPA 3.75• ACT 28-29• SAT 1300

• Top 40% of first-year admitted international students were awarded an Embry-Riddle Scholarship.

• Scholarships are renewable annually with a 3.0 GPA and full time enrollment status.

“Never let the price of your dreams cause you to lose sight of them.”

Leading the World in Aviation and Aerospace Education

www.erau.edu/international

Contact information:

James L. Goonan Director of International & Graduate

Admissions

James.Goonan@erau.edu

Office (386) 226-7178Toll Free (800) 862-2416