Review of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide
from Bangor, PA
Describe your college in three sentences.
Embry Riddle is an amazing university for those that have big goals or are dreaming of becoming one of the best aviators/ engineers the aeronautical universe has to offer. The academics are rigorous, but they prepare you for an even more rigorous world so that when you get your degree and get out to find a job an aviation company will know your ready to handle what they can throw at you. The best part about Riddle I believe is the intellectual stimulus along with the fun that you get throughout your years here.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
One big piece of advice I can give to you is make sure you are ready to commit to this. Every year gets harder and more challenge so make sure that you are able to step up to the plate. not to scare anyone away just speaking the truth. After my first year most of the people I had made close friends with here couldn't come back due to not making sufficient grades because of how challenging some of the engineering courses were.
Another piece of advice is get ahead of the game on scholarships and financial aid as soon as you can. Embry Riddle is the best Aeronautical university in the world and to go to this school costs alot of money so get as much help through scholarships as you can.
Also while there are some parties that go on throughout the year this isn't a big on campus partying kind of university so don't expect too much partying at first when you get here. The university itself does throw a few late night parties on campus that are fun though. Free food, blaring music, dancing, lights, volleyball, and a whole bunch of other awesome stuff!
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Classes are very challenging. Be a good note taker, pay attention to everything, study study study, and when you think you got it, review review review! Classes can take up most of your time. Some can be hard to follow, but the good news is there are tutoring centers throughout the week on campus that can help you out.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Dorm life is pretty good. It is what you make it. You can either have a good relationship with a roommate or a bad experience. Some dorms are available so its just you if you really want that.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
Food qualtiy good be better, but some places are open till 1AM in the morning and compared to other universities its pretty good.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
If your going to the Daytona Beach Campus there is a ton to do. There are clubs all around, a waterfront amusement park, your 3 miles from the beach, there's free skate parks around, you could skydive in Deland near Daytona Beach, I personally practice (and lead) the local parkour community here in Daytona, there are clubs for almost every interest. Marksmanship club, paintball, skydiving, sailing,swimming, crew, anime, martial arts, etc. There are over 150 clubs on campus!
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
getting every penny you spend back as long as you put the work into the academics.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
There are some awesome traditions here at riddle. As far as the games go sometimes there is a skydiver that delivers the game ball to start it off!
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Great for those looking to become Aeronautical engineers and Aviators in the military and commercial world. Big dreamers are extremely welcomed!
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Too much to talk about. If I did it would take a few weeks!
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Fraternities and Sororities all up for accepting new brothers and sisters. All are professional.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
We have a good campus safety record for the most part. Only thing that has happened on campus is when police chased down a shoplifter that was trying to escape on campus.
Embry Riddle is an amazing university for those that have big goals or are dreaming of becoming one of the best aviators/ engineers the aeronautical universe has to offer. The academics are rigorous, but they prepare you for an even more rigorous world so that when you get your degree and get out to find a job an aviation company will know your ready to handle what they can throw at you. The best part about Riddle I believe is the intellectual stimulus along with the fun that you get throughout your years here.
One big piece of advice I can give to you is make sure you are ready to commit to this. Every year gets harder and more challenge so make sure that you are able to step up to the plate. not to scare anyone away just speaking the truth. After my first year most of the people I had made close friends with here couldn't come back due to not making sufficient grades because of how challenging some of the engineering courses were. Another piece of advice is get ahead of the game on scholarships and financial aid as soon as you can. Embry Riddle is the best Aeronautical university in the world and to go to this school costs alot of money so get as much help through scholarships as you can. Also while there are some parties that go on throughout the year this isn't a big on campus partying kind of university so don't expect too much partying at first when you get here. The university itself does throw a few late night parties on campus that are fun though. Free food, blaring music, dancing, lights, volleyball, and a whole bunch of other awesome stuff!
Classes are very challenging. Be a good note taker, pay attention to everything, study study study, and when you think you got it, review review review! Classes can take up most of your time. Some can be hard to follow, but the good news is there are tutoring centers throughout the week on campus that can help you out.
Dorm life is pretty good. It is what you make it. You can either have a good relationship with a roommate or a bad experience. Some dorms are available so its just you if you really want that.
Food qualtiy good be better, but some places are open till 1AM in the morning and compared to other universities its pretty good.
If your going to the Daytona Beach Campus there is a ton to do. There are clubs all around, a waterfront amusement park, your 3 miles from the beach, there's free skate parks around, you could skydive in Deland near Daytona Beach, I personally practice (and lead) the local parkour community here in Daytona, there are clubs for almost every interest. Marksmanship club, paintball, skydiving, sailing,swimming, crew, anime, martial arts, etc. There are over 150 clubs on campus!
getting every penny you spend back as long as you put the work into the academics.
There are some awesome traditions here at riddle. As far as the games go sometimes there is a skydiver that delivers the game ball to start it off!
Great for those looking to become Aeronautical engineers and Aviators in the military and commercial world. Big dreamers are extremely welcomed!
Too much to talk about. If I did it would take a few weeks!
Fraternities and Sororities all up for accepting new brothers and sisters. All are professional.
We have a good campus safety record for the most part. Only thing that has happened on campus is when police chased down a shoplifter that was trying to escape on campus.