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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott
Most applicants get into Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott — 76.6% were admitted — so the real questions are cost, fit and outcomes, covered below.
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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott sits in Prescott proper — a private campus woven into the city rather than walled off from it. International students are a visible presence here — 8.1% of undergraduates come from outside the U.S.
Its highest-earning path is Computer Engineering, where graduates median $105,527 four years out. Faculty pay averages $120,792 a year here — a rough proxy for what the school spends on the teaching itself. With 3,218 undergraduates and a residential core, weekends happen on campus — and 82.2% of first-years come back for a second year.
Submitters admitted here typically landed between 1160 and 1360 — above the AZ middle for four-year schools. Put your own practice estimate on Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott's range with the SAT calculator, or bring a saved GPA from the grade tools.
Admissions
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott is test-optional: scores are considered when submitted but not required. The 1160–1360 range below describes admitted students who chose to submit — typically Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott's stronger testers — so treat it as the higher end of what gets in.
| Score | 25th | 50th | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading & Writing | 580 | 630 | 680 |
| SAT Math | 580 | 630 | 680 |
| ACT Composite | 24 | 26 | 29 |
Percentiles are among students who submitted scores (Fall 2023 admissions cycle).
In the Fall 2023 cycle, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott received 3,886 applications and admitted 2,922 (75.2%), with 833 enrolling.
How Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott compares
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott | Arizona median | National median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 76.6% | 89.6% | 77.2% |
| Tuition (in-state) | $44,149 | $15,667 | $19,591 |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $84,131 | $42,359 | $53,781 |
Ten years after enrolling, the median Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott student earns $84,131 — 99% above the Arizona median of $42,359 for college-goers.
Cost, size & completion
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott lists tuition at $44,149 for everyone — private schools don't do residency pricing. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott's sticker and net price can differ sharply after aid; treat $44,149 as the ceiling, not the bill.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott enrolls 3,218 undergraduates — mid-sized, with the trade-offs Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott's scale implies: more programs than a small college, more anonymity too.
67.8% graduate within six years. Roughly 32% don't — ask a Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott tour guide what happens to them and watch the answer carefully.
Top majors by earnings at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott
| Bachelor's program | Median earnings, 4 yrs after completion |
|---|---|
| Computer Engineering | $105,527 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | $99,450 |
| Security Science and Technology | $98,996 |
| Mechanical Engineering | $96,331 |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering | $95,552 |
| Air Transportation | $90,495 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $83,749 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | $82,023 |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology | $76,421 |
| International Relations and National Security Studies | $75,520 |
Median earnings for these 10 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott programs come from a different federal cohort than the campus-wide $84,131 above — compare rows to each other, not to that 10-year figure. 6 additional Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott programs have earnings withheld under federal privacy rules.
Frequently asked questions
What GPA and test scores do you need for Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott?
Among admitted students who submitted scores, the middle 50% scored 1160–1360 on the SAT. There's no published GPA cutoff — pair these ranges with the 76.6% admission rate to judge your odds.
What is Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott's acceptance rate?
75.2% in the Fall 2023 cycle — 2,922 admitted from 3,886 applicants.
How much does Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott cost?
At Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott, published tuition is $44,149 — net price after aid usually comes in lower. That number is Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott's ceiling, not a quote.
What do Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott graduates earn?
Federal data puts median earnings at $84,131 ten years after enrolling. The table above breaks this down by major.
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Run your own numbers
Data: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (Jun 2026), IPEDS ADM2023/HD2024. Retrieved 2026-09-01. Figures reflect the latest federal cohorts, which lag the current admissions cycle.