Student Success

“I am a first-generation college student. The first soon-to-be female engineer in my family. The Aerospace Career Academy is the reason why I chose Embry-Riddle and Aerospace Engineering. I love the fact that Embry-Riddle allows us to receive world-class education in high school before we even get to campus. It speaks volumes to our school’s culture and vision. It was truly one of the most rewarding experiences of my life!”

“I have always had a passion for aviation and to think that the Aerospace Career Academy was a place where I could be surrounded by others who shared my same passion, was a dream come true. This program is the reason I was able to finish a four-year degree in 2.5 years and limit my student loans.”

“I am very thankful for the experience I gained through my internship that was coordinated by my Aerospace Career Academy. This opportunity has helped me realize a dream that I did not envision being able to accomplish until much later in life.”

“My dream, since I was six, is to become an astronaut. The Aerospace Career Academy put me on a path to make it a reality.”

“I am a first-generation college student who comes from a family that lives paycheck-to-paycheck. Without the aviation program and the guidance I received within it regarding financial aid, grants, scholarships, and loans, I have no doubt that I would be sluggishly making my way through life, making little over minimum wage, continuing to live in mediocrity, and not contributing some of the natural gifts that I have.”

"The Aerospace Career Academy inspired me to achieve my dreams of becoming an Air Traffic Controller. I also earned college credits in high school allowing me to graduate a year early!”

"After being confused about which career path to choose, the professors in the Aerospace Career Academy program helped me get accepted into Embry-Riddle and choose an awesome career. They taught me how to work like a college student while in high school, and helped me make the transition between high school and college. It is a great program that gives students hands-on experience toward a career they want to pursue.”

“Not only has my time at the Aerospace Career Academy been educational, but of all the lessons learned, I believe the most powerful and inspiring lesson is that of camaraderie. Here, I have found that students gain friendship and guidance from their truly compassionate professors, and I am attending one of the best aeronautical programs in the world while in high school. Here students are taught for success and nothing less.”