Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $70,300 within 10 years.
About This School
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott is a private nonprofit institution located in Prescott, Arizona with approximately 3,218 undergraduate students enrolled. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 77%. The average net price after financial aid is $40,287 per year. The graduation rate is 68%, and the typical graduate earns $70,300 within 10 years of enrollment.
This is a strong option for students serious about aviation or aerospace careers, with median earnings of $70,300 a decade out and a manageable debt load of under $24,000 — a solid return on investment for a specialized private university. The 75% acceptance rate means it's accessible, but the 70% graduation rate is worth watching; about 3 in 10 students don't finish, so make sure you're genuinely committed to the field before enrolling. The small, focused campus in Prescott suits students who want an immersive, career-driven environment rather than a traditional broad college experience.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Admissions
SAT Scores
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 12% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
What Each Major Actually Earns
Median earnings four years after graduation, by major, next to the national median for that same major at every college. The school-wide average hides this: at most schools the spread between the best- and worst-paying majors is far wider than the gap between schools.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott graduates earn most above the national rate in Security Science and Technology ($98,996 vs $57,805 nationally), and most below it in Computer Engineering ($105,527 vs $109,015).
| Major | Grads | Here | National | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Transportation | 169 | $90,495 | $85,825 | +$4,670 |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering | 147 | $95,552 | $98,207 | −$2,655 |
| International Relations and National Security Studies | 92 | $75,520 | $66,596 | +$8,924 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 54 | $96,331 | $92,135 | +$4,196 |
| Security Science and Technology | 48 | $98,996 | $57,805 | +$41,191 |
| Computer Engineering | 32 | $105,527 | $109,015 | −$3,488 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 19 | $83,749 | $68,257 | +$15,492 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | 13 | $82,023 | $50,523 | +$31,500 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | 12 | $99,450 | $100,647 | −$1,197 |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology | 3 | $76,421 | $60,997 | +$15,424 |
U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard field-of-study data. Median earnings of graduates working and not enrolled four years after completing a bachelor's degreehere. Majors with too few graduates to report are omitted for privacy, so this is not the school's full program list.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (3,218 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott
3700 Willow Creek Road
Prescott, AZ 86301-3720
Official Links
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott?
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott has an acceptance rate of 77%, based on the most recent data from the U.S. Department of Education.
Is Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott hard to get into?
Not especially. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott has an acceptance rate of 77%, so admissions are relatively accessible for applicants who meet the requirements.
How much does Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott cost?
The average net price at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott is about $40,287 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.
What is the graduation rate at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott?
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott has a graduation rate of 68%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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