Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Daytona Beach, Florida with 7,860 undergraduates. It admits 65% of applicants, costs an average of $40,539 a year after grants and graduates 68% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach acceptance rate and admissions
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach admitted 65% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 580 to 670, math 580 to 690). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $46,181 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $17,766 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $64,963 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $40,539 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $40,539 a year after grants and scholarships, $24,424 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 68% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $92,069 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $22,000 in federal student loans.
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Debt compared
Median debt is 24% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach majors and what graduates earn
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach awarded bachelor's degrees in 21 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer engineering ($105,527).
All 21 majors at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer engineering | 16 | $72,403 | $105,527 | $24,375 |
| Electrical engineering | 14 | $83,609 | $99,450 | $22,500 |
| Mechanical engineering | 89 | $75,126 | $96,331 | $25,000 |
| Aerospace engineering | 327 | $78,794 | $95,552 | $24,454 |
| Engineering Physics | 25 | n/a | $94,084 | $25,615 |
| Air Transportation | 564 | $64,220 | $90,495 | $20,500 |
| Business administration | 72 | $70,915 | $83,749 | $20,682 |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | 30 | $48,898 | $82,023 | $24,529 |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology | 14 | $45,605 | $76,421 | n/a |
| Military Systems and Maintenance Technology | 31 | $58,318 | $72,903 | $25,500 |
| Homeland security | 51 | $50,729 | $71,014 | $19,500 |
| Physiology | 38 | n/a | n/a | $20,500 |
| Computer science | 30 | n/a | n/a | $20,500 |
| Applied mathematics | 28 | n/a | n/a | $21,000 |
| Astronomy | 27 | $56,059 | n/a | $24,250 |
| Peace and conflict studies | 20 | n/a | n/a | $20,250 |
| Civil engineering | 16 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians | 9 | $64,280 | n/a | $28,375 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General | 5 | $72,282 | n/a | $16,617 |
| Physics | 2 | n/a | n/a | $27,000 |
| Communication | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach
26 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 26 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace engineering | Master's | 76 | $98,721 | $40,044 |
| Air Transportation | Master's | 49 | $102,493 | $30,750 |
| Business administration | Master's | 48 | $92,637 | $37,750 |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 23 | $102,962 | $30,750 |
| Data science | Master's | 18 | n/a | n/a |
| Applied mathematics | Master's | 14 | n/a | n/a |
| Mechanical engineering | Master's | 13 | $92,348 | n/a |
| Aerospace engineering | Doctoral | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Computer engineering | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Systems Engineering | Master's | 9 | $117,819 | $32,139 |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians | Master's | 9 | $94,393 | $28,419 |
| Electrical engineering | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Electrical and Computer Engineering | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Air Transportation | Doctoral | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Computer science | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering Physics | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering, Other | Doctoral | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Data analytics | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Security Science and Technology | Master's | 3 | $112,694 | n/a |
| Business administration | Doctoral | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Civil engineering | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering Physics | Doctoral | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Doctoral | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering, general | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Mechanical engineering | Doctoral | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Military Applied Sciences | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 7,860 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 28% women, 72% men
- 18 students for every faculty member
- Setting: small city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach?
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach admitted 65% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $46,181. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $40,539 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 580 to 670 in reading and writing and 580 to 690 in math, and 24 to 30 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach?
68% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $92,069 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.