Graduate Application to Embry-Riddle

To make the admission process as friendly as possible, we have developed two ways for you to apply. We prefer you apply online, however our application is also available as a PDF download. Our office oversees the application process and does not establish application deadlines, manage the application status or make admission or financial aid decisions. The individual departments handle these matters.

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Download PDF Application

Download the application, fill it out, and mail it back to us. This is the entire application booklet, including several forms. (5.4MB)

U.S. Citizens

Although you may apply for admission at any time, we urge you to do so early. U.S. citizens and permanent residents should apply at least 60 days prior to the beginning of classes for the semester of application.

International Applicants

International applicants should apply at least 90 days prior to the beginning of classes for the semester of application.

Graduate Admissions Requirements

Graduate Application Deadlines

Documentation

All applicants must submit the following items to the Graduate Admissions Office prior to the application deadline:

• Completed application form and the application fee
  $50 for U.S. citizens and permanent residents. $50 for international applicants.
  • Transcripts

    1) Official transcripts sent directly from all colleges and universities attended (bachelor’s degree is required)
    2) Official transcripts of any graduate courses attempted

Note: For any graduate transfer credit to be considered, the applicant must submit catalogs of institution attended, with course descriptions clearly marked to indicate the courses to be reviewed.

All international graduate applicants who have any educational experience outside the United States are required to provide an official course-by-course evaluation in English including the cumulative grade point average.  The evaluation must be certified by World Education Service (WES), a Foreign Credential Evaluation Services (FCE) approved by Embry-Riddle.

• Statement of Objectives
  The statement of objectives is an important part of your application. You should give your reasons for wishing to do graduate work in the field you have chosen, incorporating your interests and your background, as well as your long-term professional goals.
• References
  Three Endorser’s References (recommendations)- two academic and one professional. Forms are included in the downloadable application form.
• Resume
  A current resume outlining your past educational and work experiences.

Reapplication

Your application will remain open for one year from the date it is received. After one year, if your application remains incomplete, you will be required to re-apply and re-submit all required documentation.

Application Checklist

Regardless of the application method you choose personal some personal documentation will be required to complete the process. To help you gather the documentation you will need, we have prepared checklists based on current applicant status. Please review the list that applies to you and get started.

• Completed application form with signature
• Application fee
• Resume
• Statement of Objectives
• Three Endorser's References
• Official sealed transcripts from each college or university attended
• International transcript evaluations, as prepared by international academic credential evaluation service, as specified by Embry-Riddle
• Feedback postcard
• Remember to request that ETS send your GMAT or GRE scores if applicable.

Additional Information

For more information about graduate admissions please .

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