Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is a private university specializing in aviation and aerospace education. Founded in 1926, it operates as an independent institution with primary campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, along with a worldwide online campus. Unlike public universities, which receive state funding, Embry-Riddle relies on tuition, donations, and private 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.