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What is the Worldwide? |
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Embry Riddle Worldwide includes classroom and online operations. The college has more than 130 sites in 38 states and in four nations in Europe. Embry-Riddle established the Worldwide to serve the needs of adult learners. Innovation has been, and continues to be, the primary catalyst for the growth and success of the Campus. Pathways to higher education have been developed to deliver courses and programs to students wherever they may be. |
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World Wide Campuses |
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These traditional face-to-face classes are scheduled weekdays and/or weekends to meet the needs of adult learners. The length and scheduling of terms vary by location. In addition to courses in the classroom, students may also enroll in Distance Learning courses. |
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Worldwide Online (E-Learning) anywhere in the world |
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Course instruction through Worldwide Online is an integral part of the Embry Riddle Worldwide . Worldwide Online provides an opportunity for students whose schedules or geographical location would otherwise prevent them from having the ability to pursue a higher education degree in aviation and aerospace. Worldwide Online eliminates a major barrier that keeps many adults from advancing their education - fitting campus-based classes into their busy schedules. Worldwide Online provides convenience and flexibility. The program supports and connects learners through online support groups, e-mail discussion forums, an online help desk, and online book stores. Worldwide Online find faculty to be accessible, supportive, and as helpful as they are in our classrooms. This online format develops a sense of community among the students and keeps them from feeling isolated. |
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Center for Professional Education |
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The new Center for Professional Education provides programs and services tailored to customer needs and delivered anywhere in the United States and the world. These programs will be non-degree and certificates and/or continuing education units will be offered. The focus of these programs is to build relationships with aviation, aerospace, and space-related businesses and organizations, and to work closely with people to meet workforce needs. Training will be tied to objectives that link to the organization's business goals. The result will be knowledge and skills that are measurable in terms of performance on the job and a return on investment that benefits the organization's competencies in the market place. This, in turn, will contribute to the career development of the employee that will directly enhance the productivity on the job and prepare them for further possible advancement. These programs and services range from courses, seminars, workshops, forums, and consulting and are designed to keep students up-to-date in a variety of career fields. The content is developed in consultation with industry leaders so that it is a ready resource to meet the needs of the respective organizations. The School currently offers the 26 courses of the National Business Aviation Association's (NBAA) Corporate Aviation Management Certificate program via the web. Seminars are also offered for this program. Other offerings that are planned and that will become available shortly are security, safety, and supply chain management. |
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What Degrees can be earned at Embry Riddle Worldwide?
Degree program offerings vary at Embry Riddle Worldwide Locations. Not all degree programs are offerred at all locations. Please contact your Worldwide Campus or Worldwide Online for information. A complete list of degree programs offered by the Extended Campus may be found here. |
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What certificate programs can be earned at a World Wide Campuses?
Certificate program offerings vary at Embry Riddle Worldwide Locations. Not all degree programs are offerred at all locations. Please contact your Worldwide Campus or Worldwide Online for information. A complete list of degree programs offered by Embry Riddle Worldwide may be found here. |
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What degrees can be earned through Distance Learning (Online Learning)?
Degree programs offerred via online learning vary at Embry Riddle Worldwide Locations. Not all degree programs are offerred at all locations. Please contact your World Wide Center or Distance Learning Enrollment Office for information. A complete list of degree programs offered by Embry Riddle Worldwide may be found here. |
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Do you provide assistance to your graduating students with job search and career services?
Yes. The Career Services Office provides career development assistance to all students and alumni of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. The Career Services web site offers students and alumni a virtual library of job search aids including interview tips, alumni network, sample resumes and cover letters, company profiles and employment hotlines, cooperative education opportunities, current job listings and a web based resume referral service. Please visit our Web site at: http://www.erau.edu/career/ |
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What is the cost of attending classes at a Worldwide Campuses or thru Worldwide Online? Click here for cost information. |
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What type of Financial Aid is available?
The step-by-step process of applying for financial aid is available on line, which includes priority deadlines, school codes, and supplemental forms you may need. |
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How can I use my Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB) Education Benefits at ERAU?
If you are otherwise eligible to receive the MGIB, you can use your education benefits to pursue many degree programs and offset the cost of attendance at Embry Riddle. The amount you receive depends on which chapter of the MGIB you are eligible for. Contact the ERAU Worldwide Campus you plan to attend for additional information concerning the application process and for a list of programs offered and approved for veteran training. If you are not sure where you will attend at this time, contact the University Veterans Affairs Office Qualified counselors are available to answer questions and guide you through the application process |
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Are you accredited for classroom and Worldwide-Online Instruction?
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, Telephone: 404-679-4501) to award degrees at the associate, bachelor's, and master's levels.
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Can I take flying lessons at Worldwide Campuses?
No. Flight training is available through our Daytona Beach and Prescott Campuses. You may visit the Daytona Beach or Prescott campus web site for details. |
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Can I change my degree program?
Students may apply to change their degree programs if they meet academic qualifications.When a student elects to change degree programs, areas of concentration, or major within a degree program, the requirements of the catalog in effect at the time the request was approved apply.Students considering such changes should contact their campus, Worldwide Online or the office of Enrollment Management to determine how they will be affected. |
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What is Worldwide-Online (Online Learning)?
In our Worldwide Online courses you will be part of a virtual class and will access this class via a secure course-specific web site. In your virtual class, you will have access to a course instructor who will be available to you throughout the course. You will communicate with your instructor and classmates by way of an asynchronous threaded discussion forum. You will be able to logon, retrieve messages and assignments, post replies, ask questions, and submit coursework whenever you want. You are not required to be online the same time as your instructor or classmates |
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Are there specific times that the student must be logged into the course web site?
No, While there will be an expectation that you will interact with your instructor on a regular basis, that interaction can take place when it is most convenient for you during the week. The interaction is conducted via a discussion forum, which is basically a form of e-mail. |
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What if I want to take classes online and at a campus?
Students may take different classes in both formats. |
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What Courses can I take through Worldwide-Online?
Please visit this linkto see the courses available online. |
How flexible are Worldwide-Online classes for military personnel that are frequently deployed?
Embry-Riddle Faculty try to be as flexible as possible in regards to students military obligations. However, students must still follow the policies and procedures of the university. Students must keep their instructors apprised of any extenuating circumstances that arise so the instructor and student can try to work out an acceptable solution. |
Can I take Worldwide Online classes or finish my degree while concurrently enrolled at the Daytona Beach or Prescott Campus?
Residential Campus students should see their faculty advisor or contact their Residential Campus Records office for information about taking Worldwide courses. |
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