Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Embry-Riddle Accomplishments

Photos of recent Embry-Riddle accomplishments
Under the leadership of Embry-Riddle President John P. Johnson (2006 to present), the University has experienced a period of extraordinary growth, with new degree programs launched, international expansion moving forward, and ambitious campus construction projects completed or planned.

New Degree Programs

  • B.S. in Air Traffic Management (extended to Prescott Campus)
  • B.S. in Astronomy
  • B.S. in Computational Mathematics
  • B.S. in Cyber Intelligence & Security
  • B.S. in Fire Science (online)
  • B.S. in Homeland Security
  • B.S. in Software Engineering with Cybersecurity Emphasis
  • B.S. in Transportation
  • B.S. in Unmanned Aircraft Systems Science

  • B.S. and M.S. in Mechanical Engineering
  • Master of Systems Engineering
  • MBA in Aviation (online)
  • M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering
  • M.S. in Project Management
  • M.S. in Security & Intelligence Studies

  • Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering
  • Ph.D. in Aviation
  • Ph.D. in Engineering Physics

International Expansion

Moving confidently into the rapidly growing Asian aviation market, Embry-Riddle has established in Singapore its first Asian center. There, Embry-Riddle offers degrees in collaboration with Singapore Aviation Academy, which is the training division of the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore. Also in Singapore, Embry-Riddle offers joint degrees in collaboration with SIM University, including a dual degree program for Republic of Singapore Air Force personnel.

In addition to Singapore, Embry-Riddle has established collaborative degree programs with three institutions in China—Civil Aviation University of China, Nanjing University of Aeronautics & Astronautics, and the University of Shanghai for Science & Technology. Embry-Riddle also trains managers and directors from the Civil Aviation Administration of China.

Current/Completed Construction at Daytona Beach, Fla., Campus

College of Arts & Sciences Building
  • Completion 2013
  • 140,000 sq. ft.
  • Classrooms, labs, rooftop observatory, faculty offices
  • $39,000,000
Research Park
  • Completion 2013
  • Future development: 600,000 sq. ft.
  • Phase 1 initial infrastructure: $4,000,000
Greek Housing
  • Completion 2013
  • 10,000 sq. ft.
  • On-campus student residence
  • $800,000
Aerospace Boulevard
  • Completion 2013
  • 99,500 sq. ft.
  • Completes the roadway loop around campus and enhances current roads
  • $4,500,000
Jim W. Henderson Administration & Welcome Center
  • Completed 2012
  • 37,000 sq. ft.
  • Visitor services, a large hall for community and University events, administrative offices, seminar/function rooms and a meeting room for the Board of Trustees
  • $13,000,000
James Hagedorn Aviation Complex
  • Completed 2011
  • 99,500 sq. ft.
  • Classrooms, faculty offices, flight operations center, and fleet maintenance hangar
  • $22,125,000
East Campus Athletics Expansion
  • Completed 2011
  • Two synthetic turf fields with bleachers and dugouts
  • One natural turf field with bleachers and dugouts
  • $5,430,000
Thermo Energy Plants
  • Completed 2011
  • Mechanical equipment upgrades increased cooling capacity of two energy plants.
  • $4,500,000
College of Business Building
  • Completed 2008
  • 57,090 sq. ft.
  • Classrooms and faculty offices
  • $12,930,000
Apollo Hall
  • Completed 2008
  • 62,540 sq. ft.
  • Student residences
  • 247 beds
  • $14,000,000
Tine Davis Fitness Center
  • Completed 2007
  • 12,350 sq. ft.
  • Gym, pool, and exercise rooms

Future Construction at Daytona Beach, Fla., Campus

Student Union
  • Completion 2015
  • 100,000 sq. ft.
  • Dining, entertainment, and recreation
  • $31,350,000
Athletic Services Building
  • Completion 2015
  • 10,000 sq. ft.
  • Locker rooms, administrative offices, training rooms, and concessions
  • $3,500,000
Administration & Worldwide Headquarters
  • Completion 2016
  • 108,600 sq. ft.
  • Administration offices, presentation/seminar spaces, and 500-seat auditorium
  • $32,500,000
Academic & Research Center
  • Completion 2016
  • 10,000 sq. ft.
  • Locker rooms, administrative offices, training rooms, and concessions
  • $3,500,000

Completed Construction at Prescott, Ariz., Campus

Robertson Aviation Safety Center II
  • Completed 2009
  • 4,995 square feet
  • Aviation safety/security archives of 19 collections, safety science lab, offices
  • $1,774,741
Jack Hunt Student Union Renovation
  • Completed 2009
  • Meeting room, student lounge, computer lab, game room, offices for student government, radio station, newspaper , fraternities, sororities, and dining
  • $1,452,624
Christine and Steven Udvar-Hazy Library and Learning Center
  • Completed 2008
  • 35,711 square feet
  • 38,000 books and 90 electronic databases, Kalusa airplane model collection, computer lab, group study rooms, collaboration rooms, presentation room, research/instruction room, multimedia production center
  • $9,540,433
Fred and Fay Haas Memorial Interfaith Chapel
  • Completed 2008
  • 3,166 square feet
  • Sanctuary, meditation rooms, office, support space
  • $1,388,557
Dining Hall
  • Completed 2008
  • 14,750 square feet
  • Multiple serving stations, salad and sandwich bar, outdoor/indoor dining, convenience store
  • $7,071,006
Good-to-Go Dining Facility at Flight Line
  • Completed 2008
  • 1,485 square feet
  • Kitchen and dining area
  • $200,706