A New Home for Homeschool Graduates
Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University is an excellent university for homeschool graduates and offers the world’s most comprehensive collection of academic programs focused on aviation, aerospace and STEM.
Our students embark on highly specialized, career-oriented study, with the advantage of small, hands-on classes and a faculty with deep experience in industry.
Located in Prescott, Arizona, and Daytona Beach, Florida, our two residential campuses offer you the choice of a mountain community or a spectacular beach setting. We also offer classes online at Embry‑Riddle Worldwide/Online, available anywhere, anytime through our award-winning platform.
Embry-Riddle Is for Homeschoolers
Our education is a perfect fit for students and families who understand the value of small class sizes, engaged faculty and like-minded peers. You will find all of this and more at Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University.
Design Your Path to Embry-Riddle
Find out which classes are required by viewing our catalog for each campus.
There are no additional admissions requirements for homeschool students. Each of our campuses has the same admissions requirements. View our admission requirements below.
We recommend the electives and extracurricular activities listed below because they promote project-based learning and allow students to explore and develop their interests. Embry-Riddle offers scholarships for many of the activities found below:
Electives:
- Microsoft Flight Simulator (has virtual flight lessons; works with real aeronautical charts) or Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition
- Kerbal Space Program (great for helping students understand different aspects of rocket design/space travel)
- Aviation 101 (Free ERAU course to introduce you to the aviation world and learn about the major topics of aviation)
Extracurricular activities:
- TARC
- Kerbal Space Program
- VEX Robotics*
- FIRST Robotics*
- BEST Robotics
- CyberPatriot*
- Civil Air Patrol
- JROTC (Check with your local high school)
- EAA Young Eagles
- NASA High School Scholars (TX only)
- Girls Who Code
- Embry-Riddle Summer Programs*
*Embry-Riddle scholarships available. Contact your Admissions Counselor for details.
Learn More About Our Campuses
One great university, three great options. Select a campus to learn more about degrees offered or take a virtual tour.