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Applying to Embry-Riddle as a High School Graduate

Embry-Riddle recognizes that full-time employment, military service, the care of dependents or personal circumstances often interrupt a student's academic journey. If your academic career has been interrupted for any of these reasons, Embry-Riddle considers you a nontraditional applicant.

As a nontraditional applicant, we understand that your high school academic record may not fully reflect your ability. An official high school transcript — or its equivalent (GED®, HiSET® or TASC®) — will be required for consideration of admission.

Nontraditional students often have other sources of credit to be reviewed during the admission process and are advised to submit all documentation for possible transfer or advanced standing credit prior to admission. This includes — but is not limited to — credit from military sources, national exams, FAA licenses or ratings (or the foreign equivalent) or other documented learning. Use our Transfer Portal to evaluate sources of possible credit.

For applicants with educational experience outside of the United States, refer to the International Admissions requirements.

Admission criteria may vary by program. Be sure to check out our  for full requirements. Technical programs, in particular, may require additional coursework, a higher GPA, supplemental documentation or other specific qualifications.

The admission and enrollment process varies by campus. Please submit only one application to Embry‑Riddle. If you’re still deciding which campus is right for you, our staff can provide guidance and help you update or resubmit your application if needed.

Applicants Under the Age of 20

The following documentation is required for consideration of admission for all applicants under the age of 20, who have not served in the United States military and are not a transfer student:

• Application for admission
• $50 non-refundable application fee
• Official high school transcript or equivalent 
  • English: 4 years
  • Mathematics: 3 years of college‑preparatory math (4 years preferred)
  • Social Science: 3 years
  • Science: 2 years, including at least one laboratory science (3 years preferred)
• Optional Items:
  • ACT and/or SAT scores are optional but strongly encouraged.
  • An essay, resume and two letters of recommendation are not required for admission but may help us to assess your qualifications.

While not required for admissions purposes, please submit the following for evaluation for advanced standing purposes.

• Official transcripts from all postsecondary, accredited degree-granting institutions reflecting dual enrollment credit, if applicable
• Official exam scores (e.g. AP, IB, etc.)

Applicants Age 20 and Older

Applicants age 20 and older who are not classified as a transfer student or have not served in the U.S. military must provide the following documentation:

• Application for admission
• Non-refundable application fee
• Official high school transcript or equivalent (GED®, HiSET® or TASC®) with a 2.5 unweighted GPA or higher assessed on a 4.0 scale
• Official transcripts from all postsecondary, accredited degree-granting institutions attended, if applicable, with a minimum of a 2.0 CGPA on a 4.0 scale

Our team of counselors is here to make the admissions process as easy as possible — contact us if you have any questions.