Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is a private university specializing in aviation and aerospace education. Founded in 1926, it operates as an independent, nonprofit institution with primary campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona. Unlike public universities, which receive state funding, Embry-Riddle relies on tuition, donations, and research grants. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) and is renowned for its STEM-focused programs, particularly in aeronautics, engineering, and related fields.
