Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 19.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 21.6%
- Retention Rate
- 66.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $84,131
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $23,666
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 22:1
- 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 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $59,314 | $22,405 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $52,107 | $15,375 |
| Air Transportation. | Bachelor | $48,833 | $23,250 |
| Homeland Security. | Bachelor | $40,667 | $20,500 |
Outcomes Overview
Embry-Riddle Worldwide graduates enter a high-demand field with solid earning potential. The median debt of $23,666 represents just 28% of first-year earnings at $84,131. Monthly loan payments of $251 consume only 4.4% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 92.3% employment rate reflects strong industry demand for aviation and aerospace professionals. Graduates typically land roles as air traffic controllers, aircraft maintenance technicians, pilots, and aerospace engineers at airlines, defense contractors, and government agencies. The debt-to-income ratio compares favorably to the national average of 36% for bachelor's degree holders. Despite modest graduation rates, this represents a strong return on investment for career-focused technical education.