Embry–Riddle Aeronautical University
Private U.S. university system specializing in aviation and aerospace / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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.[7] It has numerous online programs and academic programs offered at satellite locations.
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Type | Private university[1] |
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Established | 1926; 98 years ago (1926)[2] |
Accreditation | SACS |
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Endowment | $241 million (2022)[3] |
President | P. Barry Butler |
Academic staff | 2,639 full-time (2023)[4] |
Students | 30,948 (2022–23)[5] |
Location | , , United States 29.18857°N 81.04871°W / 29.18857; -81.04871 |
Campus | Small city, 289 acres (1.17 km2) (FL) Fringe town, 539 acres (2.18 km2) (AZ) |
Other campuses | Prescott |
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Colors | Royal blue and gold[6] |
Nickname | Eagles |
Sporting affiliations | (AZ) NAIA – Cal Pac |
Mascot | Ernie the Eagle |
Website | www |
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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[8] undergraduate and graduate students.[9]