Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 65.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 67.4%
- Retention Rate
- 85.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $84,131
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $23,666
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 18:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 64.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $251/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Systems Engineering. | Master | $117,572 | $34,021 |
| Air Transportation. | Master | $77,039 | $37,674 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $75,047 | $36,711 |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering. | Master | $74,576 | |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering. | Bachelor | $65,080 | $26,312 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Bachelor | $64,087 | $22,662 |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor | $62,012 | $26,293 |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $61,020 | $25,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $59,314 | $22,405 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $55,964 | $26,196 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $52,107 | $15,375 |
| Air Transportation. | Bachelor | $48,833 | $23,250 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Bachelor | $41,937 | $23,733 |
| Homeland Security. | Bachelor | $40,667 | $20,500 |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor | $36,134 | $22,500 |
Outcomes Overview
Embry-Riddle graduates earn a median salary of $84,131 ten years after graduation, reflecting strong demand for aviation professionals. The typical graduate leaves with $23,666 in debt and monthly loan payments of $251. This translates to just 3.6% of monthly income going toward student loans, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 92.3% employment rate demonstrates how aerospace companies actively recruit from campus. Many graduates land positions with airlines, defense contractors, NASA, and aviation manufacturers where specialized technical skills command premium salaries. While the $57,374 total cost seems steep, the debt-to-income ratio of 0.28 compares favorably to most universities. Strong return on investment for aviation careers.