Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering (BSAE)

The Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering (BSAE) program at Embry-Riddle equips students with skills to solve even the most complex challenges in design, propulsion, and systems for aircraft and/or spacecraft. For more than 17 years, the Aerospace Engineering undergraduate program at Embry-Riddle has held the top ranking in the nation among schools whose highest degree is a master’s, according to U.S. News & World Report’s America’s Best Colleges Guide.

The prestige of this program doesn’t end there. Students benefit from the most modern, state-of-the-art resources available today — the same tools in use by aerospace engineering professionals around the globe. No other Aerospace Engineering program in the United States attracts more students.

Students gain hands-on experience from the start, with opportunities to participate in various projects and competitions. The program offers the chance to learn real-world, on-the-job engineering principles practiced by global companies and government agencies, enabling students to build a professional network within their first year.

Aerospace Engineering students attend classes in dynamic, engineering-related labs and facilities. Students frequently work one-on-one with faculty on research projects and activities.

Embry-Riddle’s Aerospace Engineering graduates enjoy an extremely high job placement rate after graduation (96% of graduates are employed or have chosen to go on to higher education within a year of graduating).

Students credit Embry-Riddle with excellent preparation for real-world job demands.

The Aerospace Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.

About Aerospace Engineering at the Daytona Beach, FL Campus

The Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering degree at the Daytona Beach Campus is a renowned program focusing primarily on the engineering of mission-oriented vehicles, with courses in aeronautics, airplane and space vehicle design, structures, and propulsion. Graduates of this selective program are highly sought after by the aerospace and aviation industry. The program is housed in the Aerospace Engineering Department of the College of Engineering.

Select from three tracks: Aeronautics, Astronautics, or Propulsion.

The Aeronautics track pertains to the knowledge of atmospheric vehicles that includes its aerodynamics with wind tunnel experience; the internal structural design and analysis; and the stability, controllability, and flight testing of aircraft. Student teams design and analyzes their own aircraft in their senior-year capstone courses.

The Astronautics track focuses on orbital mechanics, spacecraft controls, rocket propulsion, and structural analysis, which apply to industry-focused problems in the spacecraft design sequence. Students have frequent opportunities to participate in national competitions and design/build/test projects.

The Propulsion track focuses on air-breathing propulsion, including turbojets, turbofans, and ramjet engines. Building on a strong foundation of thermodynamics and propulsion theory, propulsion students will conclude their tenure by designing an entire jet engine from scratch, including sizing, cycle studies, and detailed component design.

First-year students must complete the College of Engineering’s Freshman Engineering Program before continuing with their Aerospace Engineering courses. Prior to entering the Freshman Engineering Program, a student should demonstrate competence in science and mathematics, including proficiency in algebra and trigonometry, and be prepared to enter Calculus I.

First-year aerospace engineering students may also take advantage of the Engineering Models Learning Community, a program designed to help students learn the fundamentals needed for a holistic modeling learning experience.

Embry-Riddle’s Daytona Beach Campus offers combined and accelerated degree programs that allow well-qualified students the chance to begin graduate work in a master's program while finishing their bachelor's degree.

Students can simultaneously work toward the Aerospace Engineering degree while pursuing the Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering, Master of Aerospace Engineering, or Master of Business Administration degree.

Accelerated degrees are available, which combine the Aerospace Engineering bachelor's degree with the Master of Science in Cybersecurity Engineering, Master of Science in Electrical & Computer Engineering, or Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering degree.

The Campus is adjacent to the Daytona Beach International Airport and the NextGen Test Bed and is also close to NASA and Kennedy Space Center.

About Aerospace Engineering at the Prescott, AZ Campus

The Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering at the Prescott Campus empowers students to excel in various aspects of the field and offers a dynamic learning environment with such high-tech facilities as the Aerospace Experimentation and Fabrication Building (AXFAB) and state-of-the-art labs. The Aerospace Engineering program, which was recently named No. 1 in the nation among undergraduate institutions in the 2018 edition of U.S. News & World Report's Best Colleges guidebook, is housed in the Department of Aerospace Engineering in the College of Engineering.

The Aerospace Engineering program at Prescott offers two distinct tracks: Aeronautical (aircraft) and Astronautical (spacecraft).

Diverse co-operative education (co-op)/internship opportunities are available for students interested in expanding their experiences.

A large number of hands-on experiences will expose the students to practical engineering to balance the theoretical analysis required to understand aircraft and spacecraft systems.

Prescott Aerospace Engineering students attend classes in dynamic, engineering-related labs and facilities.

Students can participate in study abroad opportunities, including regular engineering-based summer programs.

Discover Our History

The Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University we know today is the product of a long and prestigious history.

In 1925, barnstormer John Paul Riddle met entrepreneur T. Higbee Embry, and together, they formed the Embry-Riddle Company to teach the adventurous to fly. This partnership was the beginning of a vision that has produced more than 137,000 alumni who drive innovation and keep the aerospace and related industries running safely and productively.

Get to Know Our Campuses

Embry-Riddle offers a first-rate education to recent high school graduates, working adults, active service members, veterans, classroom students, and online learners.

Our campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida , and Prescott, Arizona , feature a traditional residential experience, complete with classrooms and labs, dorms and clubs, sporting events, and performances.

Embry-Riddle Online and our Worldwide Campus feature state-of-the-art online technology that offers you the flexibility of learning whenever and wherever you want.

Learning from Leaders

At Embry-Riddle, our expert professors are leaders in the industry. They share the knowledge they’ve gained from decades of industry and higher-learning experience with our students to ensure graduates have a competitive edge in the workforce.

Diversity is Important to Us

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is committed to being a global leader in diversity and inclusion in higher education.

We continually strive to recognize, respect, and celebrate the differences and cultural identities among individuals as we recruit, support, and embrace our diverse community. We work to provide a safe environment where self-expression is welcome. We aim to create a campus free of discrimination, so that networks, partnerships, and cultural competency are fostered through leadership, integrity, care, and respect. We are Embry-Riddle.

It is All in Who You Know

Whichever campus or program you choose, you will meet lifelong friends in classes, dorms, and student organizations. Our graduates work for some of the world’s biggest companies, so the relationships you make on campus can continue throughout your career.

When you earn your degree from Embry-Riddle, you become part of a network of more than 137,000 alumni who will support you throughout your working life.

Once an Eagle, Forever an Eagle.