Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
PRESCOTT, ARIZONA, CAMPUS
Broadening Horizons Through
Excellence
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES
165 K Embry-Riddle alumni active in industries around the world who are making a difference here on Earth and beyond.
Reach New Horizons with the College of Arts & Sciences.
Reach New Horizons The degree programs offered by the College of Arts & Sciences at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Prescott, Arizona, campus are dedicated to providing a high-quality education and developing the skills you need to launch your career. Our industry and real-world-inspired courses build your experiences with critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, information literacy, communication and scientific and cultural literacy. These courses are complemented by opportunities to gain vital practical experience in your chosen field through experiential learning. Our academic degree programs emphasize applied studies that implement state-of- the-art curricula to educate students for long-term success in their professions. College of Arts & Sciences faculty members come from diverse backgrounds and are experts who are deeply connected to their fields and industries. They bring their professional and research experience into the classroom to help empower student success and employability.
We are your destination college for the applied natural, physical and social sciences, multidisciplinary studies and impactful collaborative research. We are a national leader in general education, developing opportunities for our diverse student population to fulfill their educational
goals and become responsive, responsible global citizens.
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Hello ...and welcome.
Welcome to the College of Arts & Sciences. We are home to several thriving majors that are highly in demand by the workforce, including Applied Biology, Astronomy, Aviation Psychology, Data Science, Forensic Biology, Forensic Psychology, Human Factors Psychology, Simulation Science, Games and Animation and Space Physics. We are also home to Air Force ROTC and Army ROTC programs that train promising cadets, produce impressive leaders and offer a variety of scholarship opportunities. The vast majority of our students find employment in their fields of choice upon graduation. Our faculty continue to lead the campus in generating external grant funding and in mentoring undergraduate research. We would love to host you for a visit to our campus and to answer any questions you might have. Please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Zafer Hatahet Ph.D. Professor and Dean College of Arts and Sciences
College of Arts & Sciences
Innovative Degree Programs Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University has been making a global impact from the Prescott Campus for nearly 50 years. Discover how an Embry-Riddle degree can enrich your future today!
Embry-Riddle is an international leader in education in the aviation and aerospace industry, as well as in the arts and sciences fields that are shaping today's discoveries and tomorrow's possibilities.
Undergraduate s B.S. in Applied Biology s B.S. in Astronomy s B.S. in Aviation Psychology s B.S. in Data Science s B.S. in Forensic Biology s B.S. in Forensic Psychology
s B.S. in Human Factors Psychology s B.S. in Simulation Science, Games and Animation s B.S. in Space Physics
93 % of Embry-Riddle
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graduates are employed or continuing their education within a year of completing their studies. Office of Institutional Research, 2023-24 Cohort
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EXPERT FACULTY
Masterclass in Mentorship Expert Faculty Lead the Way
78 College faculty ready to help students learn
EXPERT FACULTY
Research and Leadership
Pragati Pradhan earned her Ph.D. from the University of North Bengal in India, at Raman Research Institute, and has been with Embry-Riddle since 2022. She has conducted postdoctoral research at Penn State University, working to develop a one-of-a-kind algorithm for detecting X-ray transients with the Europe-led satellite Athena. She then moved to MIT, where she worked on high-resolution spectral analysis of massive stars. She joined Embry-Riddle as an assistant professor, where she teaches physics and astrophysics, with new courses in development. “At Embry-Riddle, the faculty and students are one big celestial family . . . When students leave Embry-Riddle, I do not want them to be just astrophysics gurus, but be critical thinkers, problem- solving wizards, universe- exploring superheroes and good people.” Pragati Pradhan, Ph.D. Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy
Distinguished and Deliberate Highly motivated students like you benefit from the experience and expertise of faculty members who are passionate leaders, invested mentors and highly qualified industry leaders. Faculty at the College of Arts & Sciences also stand apart due to their diverse backgrounds and commitment to a comprehensive and global perspective on education. All faculty are adept at specialized learning concepts in our wide range of degree programs. Our faculty members come from astronomy, behavioral and social sciences, biology, chemistry, data science, humanities, mathematics, military science, physics and simulation science, gaming and animation fields of expertise. They are critical thinkers who have made impressive footprints in their fields of expertise, and each of them has a strong desire and the right qualifications to share their vast knowledge with you.
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DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
Unlocking Human Potential
Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences Offering Bachelor of Science degrees in
Aviation Psychology, Forensic Psychology and Human Factors Psychology, plus minors in Human Factors and Psychology, the Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences prepares students to become tomorrow’s leaders in the science of human behavior. Faculty members actively engage with students in applied research, business consulting collaborations and public outreach. Students have various opportunities to network, present at conferences, collaborate with local justice entities, pursue internships and gain hands-on experience in the field. With career outcomes ranging from the fields of law enforcement to artificial intelligence to human resources, the opportunities are endless.
$ 99,110 Median salary of a psychologist U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2025
PROGRAMS
Bachelor of Science in Aviation Psychology The Bachelor of Science in Aviation Psychology integrates human factors and industrial-organizational psychology principles within an aviation context. Graduates of this program will confidently craft solutions for improving aviation safety, crew resource management and human systems in aviation safety investigator, aviation security analyst and human performance specialist roles. This program is among the few in the nation that offer an undergraduate education focused solely on aviation psychology.
Bachelor of Science in Human Factors Psychology
Human Factors Psychology focuses on studying human-machine interactions to enhance usability, comfort, safety and performance. This program equips students to conduct human factors research and improve the design of complex systems. Graduates can pursue careers as human factors specialists or continue their education in graduate school. This applied discipline explores human abilities and limitations in sensing, storing and processing information and applies this knowledge to optimize human-machine systems.
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Psychology Forensic Psychology applies psychological
$ 133,000 Median salary of a training and development manager U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2025 $ 115,160 Median salary of a health and safety engineer U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2025
principles to legal issues, like criminal investigations. This program develops professionals trained in the science of human behavior and mental processes as they apply to a variety of legal contexts. Students learn to understand and evaluate human behavior and graduate prepared to work with local and federal agencies as part of law enforcement, investigative or behavioral intervention teams.
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DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY AND CHEMISTRY
The Blueprints of Life
Department of Biology and Chemistry The Department of Biology and Chemistry offers students a friendly and engaging environment to study the science of life. The Bachelor of Science in Applied Biology provides a base knowledge of biology for students preparing for any field of life sciences. The Bachelor of Science in Forensic Biology focuses on laboratory skills, field activities and hands-on training, giving graduates diverse career opportunities in the ever-expanding field of forensics. Embry-Riddle provides valuable workplace experience through internships for biology and chemistry students. Faculty draw from their backgrounds in anatomy and physiology, biochemistry, entomology, microbiology, molecular biology, material science, organic chemistry and more to guide students with their expertise and teach a broad spectrum of lecture and lab courses.
PROGRAMS
Bachelor of Science in Applied Biology
The Bachelor of Science in Applied Biology provides students with foundational knowledge across the biological sciences, while allowing them the freedom to design their upper-level coursework to suit their interests in career paths such as healthcare, natural resource management or aerospace and aviation. Applied Biology students can choose one of two distinct tracks to tailor their studies — the Environmental Sciences track or the Health Sciences track.
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Biology
The Bachelor of Science in Forensic Biology brings together the disciplines of forensics, biology, chemistry and law to give students the basic laboratory skills and theoretical background required of investigators and leading professionals in forensic science laboratories, law enforcement, pre-medical fields, research areas and legal contexts.
$ 72,060 Median salary of a forensic science technician U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2025
DEPARTMENT OF HUMANITIES AND COMMUNICATION
Gaining a Profound Understanding
Department of Humanities and Communication
While technical knowledge is important and heavily emphasized in any of our degree programs, we encourage our students to broaden their horizons and seek out soft skills that will enhance their outcomes upon graduation from Embry-Riddle. Students who learn how to set goals, negotiate conflict and communicate effectively will gain a stronger worldview and experience abundant success in their careers.
PROGRAMS
Minor in Humanities A minor in Humanities benefits students by developing essential skills like critical thinking and effective communication, fostering cross-cultural understanding, promoting ethical decision making and expanding career options. With courses like History of Rock and Roll, Digital Media Storytelling and Art of the Classical World, students gain interdisciplinary knowledge and enhance their creativity. Diverse courses that enhance cultural awareness and provide intellectually stimulating subjects also make graduates more attractive to employers.
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DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS
Calculate and Compute the Future
Department of Mathematics The Department of Mathematics at the Prescott Campus offers two innovative degrees — the Bachelor of Science in Data Science and the Bachelor of Science in Simulation Science, Games and Animation (SSGA) — along with providing the mathematics courses for all programs at Embry-Riddle. Our Bachelor of Science in Data Science combines data science skills with specialized knowledge in various domains. Students work closely with faculty in project-based courses that focus on applying skills to real-world questions. The degree has immediate applications in industry, government and research settings. The Bachelor of Science in SSGA prepares students to create virtual worlds using mathematical algorithms and technologies. The program covers areas such as aviation simulators, computer-aided design (CAD) systems, computer animation software, streaming video networks and computer games.
PROGRAMS
Bachelor of Science in Data Science The Bachelor of Science in Data Science emphasizes the acquisition of data, extraction of knowledge from data and communication of actionable results. The program seeks to develop students with the capacity to acquire, manage, secure and analyze large and varied sets of data using modern software and techniques. Students are required to choose a specialization track, with options including Business, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Economics, Intelligence, Math, Physics or Psychology. Bachelor of Science in Simulation Science, Games and Animation The Bachelor of Science in Simulation Science, Games and Animation equips students with an essential foundation in computer science, game design, digital media, simulation, systems modeling, spatial computing and software engineering. Students design virtual worlds and user experiences from the ground up, using industry-standard applications and cutting-edge equipment. The curriculum prepares students to construct interactive, immersive experiences that leverage emerging technology to improve the human experience and foster lifelong critical- and design-thinking skills.
$ 120,230 Median pay for data scientists U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2025
35 % Predicted growth in data scientist
$ 102,030 Median pay for special effects artists and animators U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2025
jobs through 2035 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2025
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS AND ASTRONOMY
Charting the Stars
Department of Physics and Astronomy
The Department of Physics and Astronomy offers students an engaging environment to study the fundamental laws of nature and explore the universe. The department offers two degree programs, the Bachelor of Science in Astronomy and the Bachelor of Science in Space Physics. Faculty work one-on-one with students and aid in undergraduate research opportunities. The Astronomy program combines physics and astronomy courses, hands-on lab work and use of the Observatory Complex to study the universe. Our Space Physics program offers a comprehensive physics education with a focus on space-related topics such as astronomy, optics, remote sensing, particle physics and cosmology. Students in either program undertake a yearlong thesis research project, acquiring research skills applicable in a variety of STEM careers.
$ 166,880 Median annual salary for astronomers and physicists
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2025
PROGRAMS
Bachelor of Science in Astronomy The Bachelor of Science in Astronomy is designed to prepare students for work in space and aerospace industries, academic and government research laboratories, graduate programs and beyond. Students explore objects ranging from our solar system to the farthest reaches of the universe with hands-on experiences using astronomical equipment, including our new telescopes and sophisticated electronic cameras. Students will learn how to plan, execute and analyze astronomical observations with opportunities for student-faculty research projects. Bachelor of Science in Space Physics The Bachelor of Science in Space Physics is an applied physics program designed to prepare students for graduate studies and work in space and aerospace industries. Students study the structure of the universe on all scales and gain hands-on experience with research-quality equipment and modern sensing techniques. Senior thesis interests may include astrophysics, gravitational waves, general relativity and exotic propulsion.
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AIR FORCE AND ARMY ROTC
Leadership Through Service
Army ROTC Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) enhances a student’s education by providing unique leadership and management training, along with practical experiences. A challenging and flexible curriculum meets technical training in map reading, land navigation, drill and ceremony, rifle marksmanship and more. Students may have the opportunity to commission as a
Air Force ROTC The Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) is a leadership and educational program designed to provide students the opportunity to become Air and Space Force officers after completing their college degrees. The AFROTC program is focused on preparing cadets to become leaders in today’s high- tech United States Air Force (USAF) and United States Space Force (USSF). The three-to-four-year program teaches students about the Air Force and the historical development of airpower and the military. Upper-level classes emphasize leadership skills, national security affairs and preparation for active duty. Detachment 028’s mission is to cultivate a culture and environment of enthusiasm, pride and character amongst cadets, while training the next generation of first-class leaders. Air Force and Army ROTC offer students a chance to develop skills for success in both the military and civilian worlds, including confidence, self-esteem, motivation and the ability to make decisions.
second lieutenant in the U.S. Army. Basic and Advanced Military Science
courses combine classroom instruction with physical training, covering subjects like military organization, rank structure, communications, the military justice system, problem analysis, military writing, the ethics of the professional soldier and more. Cadets are welcome to join Embry-Riddle’s Color Guard and build confidence and discipline through ceremonious flag carrying.
Scholarships are offered to students who qualify and can include tuition, book allowance and other incentives.
Scholarships are offered by AFROTC to qualified students, covering up to four years of tuition, lab fees and book costs.
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CURRENT RESEARCH
Pushing the Envelope of Possibility
Current Research Here are some of the recent and current research projects involving students and faculty from the College of Arts & Sciences: s A High-Mass X-ray Binary Descended from an Ultra-Stripped Supernova s Astroparticle Physics s Bedbugs s Causality Inference in Complex Networks of Dynamical Systems s Cold Case Analyses s Creating a Comprehensive Database of Autism Training Programs for Law Enforcement s Exotic Propulsion s Gravitational Physics and Cosmology s LIGO Gravitational Wave Interferometer Optics s North American Monsoon Prediction Using Causality-Informed Machine Learning s Optimizing Human Performance in the Air Transportation Sector by Integrating Human Factors into Homeland Security Deterrence and Detection Procedures and Training s Pilot in the Loop Flight Deck Technology Integration s Pilot Mental Health s Simulation-based Inquiry Oriented Linear Algebra
UNDERGRADUATE FOCUS Students are encouraged to seek out and get involved in research as early as their first year. Some students and recent graduates have been lucky enough to see their research published in scientific journals.
Reach New Horizons With Research
The College of Arts & Sciences conducts basic, applied and translational research and engages in creative work, providing mentored research opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students. In doing so, we foster unique and innovative disciplinary, multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary research, approaches and applications to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), social and behavioral sciences, humanities and simulation sciences. Furthermore, the college serves as a hub for education, research and engagement with government and industry in security and resilience and builds focus areas in fields such as humanistic STEM and data science. We are currently investigators on several National Science Foundation grants, ranging from providing support for online undergraduate researchers to our unique Humanistic STEM project, which blends humanities and STEM content to help build a future workforce with expanded creative- thinking and problem-solving skills.
Partnerships That Work for Everyone
At the College of Arts & Sciences, we are proud of our longstanding partnerships with major companies and key government agencies. It’s these vital relationships that help us design our academic programs to meet the challenges that industries face today, and they also drive much of the research we conduct to explore the opportunities of tomorrow. These affiliations, along with faculty members who maintain strong connections to their industries, give our students a competitive advantage when it comes to gaining hands-on experience, securing internships and launching their careers.
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OBSERVATORY COMPLEX
JIM AND LINDA LEE PLANETARIUM
Shoot for the Stars Our unique Observatory Complex is used for astronomy classes and several student-faculty projects in optical and radio astronomy. The complex is equipped with a wide range of instrumentation for imaging and analysis of extraterrestrial electromagnetic emissions. The optical observatory is equipped with 20-inch Ritchey-Chrétien and 16-inch Schmidt- Cassegrain telescopes, cameras and a spectrograph. The radio observatory features a three-node Dipole Array Telescope (DART), a 15-meter HERA test dish, several antennas and more. Students use the observatory for collection and analysis of astronomical data for use in research projects, while faculty members also use the observatory for research and to provide outreach to the community through public viewings, open houses and other events in conjunction with local educators and astronomy enthusiasts. The location of our Prescott Campus puts us at a great advantage for seeing the night sky, far from city light pollution.
For Students + Community Outreach As a part of the STEM Education Center, the Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium is much more than just a planetarium. The facility contains multi- media learning software that can take viewers from the inner complexities of the human body to the farthest reaches of the known universe. The Planetarium opened with the goal of serving a wide and diverse audience of science and space enthusiasts, and led to the formation of our STEM Outreach team. In addition to being a resource for students and faculty, the Planetarium hosts events open to the public year- round. Past shows at the Planetarium include films on topics like planets and stars, ocean exploration, dark matter and the Moon, presented in a 360-degree view. In spring 2026, the Planetarium debuted its first original film, “The Last Symphony of Light," which explores the distant future of humanity and the cosmos.
KIECKHEFER FOUNDATION FORENSIC LAB
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Infinite Opportunities At Embry-Riddle, the opportunities to grow and learn on campus are infinite. We believe in the importance of hands- on learning in addition to classroom instruction. Our campus has laboratories in every discipline where students have access to state-of-the-art technology that typical undergraduates don’t. Other labs within the College of Arts and Sciences include the Chemistry Lab, Laser Interferometer Gravitational-wave Observatory (LIGO) Optics Lab, Modern Physics and Optics Lab, Particle Physics Lab and the Simulation Science, Games and Animation Lab. Embry-Riddle Prescott’s on-campus opportunities even transcend physical space. The Cold Case Task Force is open to all students across campus and serves as a capstone option for Forensic Psychology students. Founded by a Forensic Psychology student and a Forensic Science faculty member, the Cold Case Task Force encourages students to use research methods and open-source intelligence to investigate unsolved cases with fresh perspectives and approaches.
Discovery Through Experimentation
The Kieckhefer Foundation Forensic Lab offers you space to learn and apply forensic science techniques, scientific analysis and investigative methods to criminal and civil cases, as well as security and intelligence studies. Students conduct experiments in anthropology, entomology, ballistics and criminalistics, while also learning to perform firearms examinations, bloodstain pattern analysis, bullet trajectory experiments and trace evidence examinations. Students learn fingerprinting methods and DNA sequencing processes, conduct crime scene searches and collect physical evidence. They have the opportunity to put their skills to the test by processing a mock crime and forming a hypothesis of what may have happened through collecting evidence and performing forensic lab tests. This lab features various forensic test kits and materials, including compound microscopes, a Spectrophotometer and a fuming chamber, and offers access to analytical devices such as NMR, GC-MS, FTIR and XRF instruments.
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FINANCIAL AID AND ASSISTANCE
Affording Your Future Financial Aid and Assistance
At Embry-Riddle, we understand the importance of funding your education. When it comes to educational funding, you have options. You don’t have to let tuition, fees and other costs deter you from pursuing your goals or living your dreams. Together, we are committed to helping you by providing you with financial aid counseling and resources that can help you with your college decisions.
Types of Aid and Assistance Federal and State Grants
These grants are available to U.S. citizens or permanent residents who are enrolled at least half-time in a degree program. To remain eligible, you must make satisfactory academic progress and not be in default or owe a return repayment on a grant or loan. Institutional and Private Scholarships Like grants, scholarships do not have to be paid back. Visit the Scholarships page on our website to learn more about the available types and whether you qualify for them. Federal and Private Student Loans A variety of federal and alternative loan options exist for students who meet diverse qualifications, including degree of study, past accomplishments, financial status and other such criteria. State Programs Each state offers its own range of scholarships and grant programs that you may qualify for through residency and meeting the outlined criteria.
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96 % of Embry-Riddle freshmen receive some form of financial aid through scholarships, grants and loans.
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NEXT STEPS | ADMISSIONS
Apply Yourself Admissions
Your Journey Begins Here! Embry-Riddle is here to help you complete your academic goals. Our team can explain application requirements, field admission questions and provide general guidance through enrollment. We are excited to see your success as an elite, committed, diverse member of our Embry-Riddle family. Our support team is available and ready to help you with any concerns. Admissions Requirements Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University considers all aspects of a student's qualifications and offers admission to the most competitive applicants to build a talented, diverse and interesting class. Visit the Prescott Campus Catalog to review undergraduate, graduate and international student admission requirements.
Contact us! College of Arts & Science Prescott, Arizona, Campus Visit us online or on campus 800.888.3728 prescott@erau.edu
Our mission is to produce graduates who are profession- ready by offering access to faculty mentoring, innovative teaching methods and transformational learning opportunities. We focus on student success and aim to empower students to achieve the highest of goals. There is a place for you in the College of Arts & Sciences. Come soar with us to new discoveries.
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Your Future Starts Here.
Imagine a future where you're challenged to think critically, encouraged to express yourself creatively and inspired to innovate beyond boundaries. Come explore your passion and make your mark. The College of Arts & Sciences is here to help you take the leap and achieve greatness. Your future is waiting — what are you waiting for?
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