Overview

The Uncrewed Aircraft Systems programme from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University equips students with the necessary knowledge and skills of UAS, emphasizing mission planning and execution, remote pilot operations, data collection and data processing.

Student Learning Outcomes

Learning opportunities you will have while studying in the drone program:

Remote Sensing

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Aviation Safety

UAS Maintenance

Advanced Air Mobility (AAM)

Systems Career Opportunities

Students earning a UAS degree often pursue careers as:

Sensor Operator

Operations Director

Uncrewed Aerial Vehicle Systems Specialist

Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Analyst

Remote Pilot in Command (RPICs)

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Private Pilot Operations

Uncrewed Aircraft Systems

Aerodynamics

Remote Pilot Operations

UAS Systems Architecture and Integration

Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Operation and Cross-Country Data Entry

UAS Sensing Systems

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-28 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-10 00:00:00 , International

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International applicants should apply at least 90 days, U.S. citizens and permanent residents should apply at least 60 days prior to the beginning of classes

Language

English

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Credits

122 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Aerospace Engineering View 145 other Bachelors in Aerospace Engineering in United States

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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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General requirements

Application and Application Fee: $50 application fee

All International undergraduate applicants who have any educational experience outside the United States may be required to provide an official evaluation in English including the cumulative grade-point average. High school students are required to have a document-by-document evaluation

Students with university credit are also required to have a course-by-course evaluation. Students who have not taken college courses or who have taken less than 30 hours of college coursework must submit an official high school transcript from all high schools attended

Foreign credential evaluations are not needed for the following students: students who have attended an IB Program, students who have attended a high school with U.S. Regional Accreditation or students who have attended an American International School

All international students must provide a copy of his or her valid passport for immigration purposes

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

43974 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 43974 USD per year during 48 months.
National

42408 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 42408 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

42408 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 42408 USD per year during 48 months.

Prescott Campus Option for International Students: $43,974 per year

Living costs for Prescott

960 - 1440 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Student Learning Outcomes

Systems Career Opportunities

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

Student insurance

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Tuition Fee

International

National

In-State

Living costs for Prescott

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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