ERAU—Prescott
Prescott, AZ
Prescott, AZ
Explore the science of aviation and aerospace
Aerospace Engineering and Aeronautical Science (professional pilot) are the most popular majors at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, but if it concerns any aspect of aviation and aerospace, students will find it here. From business and meteorology to uncrewed aircraft systems, dedicated faculty lead small classes in studies that prepare future graduates for in-demand careers. Students are employed or pursuing higher education within one year of graduation.
At Embry-Riddle, the nation’s first and only College of Business, Security & Intelligence is focused on meeting the most critical needs of our nation and exemplifies our commitment to leading the industry. Innovative and specialized majors include Aeronautical Science, Simulation Science, Games & Animation, Forensic Psychology, and Forensic Biology. Our state-of-the-art fleet of aircraft, flight training devices, Jim & Linda Lee Planetarium and STEM Center are among the impressive facilities that support student studies.
Career focus
Leading companies including The Boeing Company, SpaceX, Honeywell, commercial airlines, and governmental organizations actively recruit Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University students because they know they’ll find the specialized knowledge and passion they seek in our students and graduates. Hands-on studies allow students to apply technical skills in a team environment—experiences that set them apart from others.
Campus life
Located a mile high in the Bradshaw Mountains of central Arizona, the Prescott campus enjoys year-round mild weather, perfect for flying and fun in the sun. Student clubs and organizations offer opportunities for connecting with friends and professional advancement. Competitive athletics, intramural sports, club sports, and recreational activities give Embry-Riddle Eagles plenty of ways to stay active.
Many students live on campus in residence hall complexes with convenient access to classes and dining establishments like the popular Rocket Deli and Salads. Army and Air Force ROTC opportunities are available, with some offering generous scholarships.
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#1 Best Regional Colleges for Veterans: West | U.S. News & World Report, 2027 |
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#1 Best Undergraduate Aerospace Engineering - Prescott Campus (Schools without PhD) | U.S. News & World Report, 2027 |
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#8 Best Value Schools: West | U.S. News & World Report, 2027 |
• Two residential campuses: One in the scenic high desert of Prescott, Arizona, and one along the Atlantic Ocean in Daytona Beach, Florida
• Home to the largest professional flight program in the nation
• First and only Aerospace Physiology Pre-med program in the nation
• Largest Aerospace Engineering program in the nation
• Specialized curriculum geared toward in-demand careers in aviation, aerospace, security and intelligence, and business
• State-of-the-art labs, fleet and flight training devices, including the largest university telescope in the state of Florida and an 8 ½ acre aircraft accident investigation lab in Arizona
• ABET-accredited engineering programs
• Air Force and Army ROTC offered on both campuses
• Navy ROTC is offered on the Daytona Beach campus
“I came here because of soccer and ROTC—and the GSIS degree because I want to be in the military and ERAU is the perfect choice.”
“I loved every minute of my Capstone project. We bridged the gap between all the subjects we’d been learning—structures, aerodynamics, stability and controls, and performance—and applied them to an actual aircraft design.”
“I learned so much in the classroom and through campus involvement. Embry-Riddle enabled me [to have] so many amazing opportunities. I will forever be grateful to everyone who made that beautiful campus in Prescott feel like home.”
“Three NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center internships over three successive summers have rounded me as an engineer and an individual. I now have experience in sensing systems, software, test engineering, and aerodynamics research. ”