Embry–Riddle Aeronautical University

Embry–Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) is a private university focused on aviation and aerospace programs. Founded at Lunken Field in Cincinnati, Ohio in 1926, its main campuses are located in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona. It is the largest accredited university system specializing in aviation and aerospace. It has numerous online programs and academic programs offered at satellite locations.

Embry–Riddle Aeronautical University
TypePrivate university
Established1926 (1926)
AccreditationSACS
Academic affiliations
Endowment$241 million (2022)
PresidentP. Barry Butler
Academic staff
2,639 full-time (2023)
Students30,948 (2022–23)
Location
Daytona Beach
,
Florida
,
United States

29.18857°N 81.04871°W / 29.18857; -81.04871
CampusSmall city, 289 acres (1.17 km2) (FL)
Fringe town, 539 acres (2.18 km2) (AZ)
Other campusesPrescott
Newspaper
  • The Avion
  • The Pioneer
ColorsRoyal blue and gold
   
NicknameEagles
Sporting affiliations
  • (FL) NCAA Division II – Sunshine State
  • PBC

(AZ) NAIA – Cal Pac
MascotErnie the Eagle
Websitewww.erau.edu

It began as a regional school for pilots and aircraft mechanics. With the expansion and development of aviation and related space programs, the university enrolls almost 31,000 undergraduate and graduate students.

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