Overview

Meteorology is the study of the Earth’s atmosphere, and a component of Earth system science; a meteorologist is someone who predicts the weather based on the systems of the Earth’s atmosphere, and an aviation meteorologist does all that with a singular focus on the aviation industry.

Whether you want to be a professional atmospheric scientist, aviation meteorologist, or weather specialist, an aviation meteorology degree from Florida Tech develops a strong background in aviation with experience in modern meteorology technology and industry best practices.

Why Pursue An Aviation Meteorology Degree At Florida Tech?

Aviation Meteorology students at Florida Institute of Technology can also choose to include the flight option in your degree, which allows you a specialization in air traffic control. The air traffic control program meets the requirements of the Federal Aviation Administration’s air traffic-collegiate training initiative program and is FAA-approved. Learn more about this degree option.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Aviation

Aviation Meteorology

Composition and Rhetoric

Software Development With FORTRAN

University Experience

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

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Florida Tech uses a rolling admission policy and makes admission decisions once an application is received and completed.

Language

English

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Credits

123 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Melbourne, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed Common Application or Florida Tech Application
Transcript(s) from your high school, or secondary school, with courses and grades posted at least through your junior year.

Standardized test results (SAT or ACT)

The following materials are highly recommended, but not required:

Personal essay
Letter of recommendation from a teacher, mentor or coach

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

43220 USD / year

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Out-of-State

43220 USD / year

≈ 43220 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

43220 USD / year

≈ 43220 USD / year

Living costs

Melbourne

United States

1030 - 1585 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Why Pursue An Aviation Meteorology Degree At Florida Tech?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Melbourne

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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