Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is the world's largest fully accredited university specializing in aviation, aerospace, and engineering, with residential campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ, plus worldwide locations. Founded in 1926, highlights include hands-on flight training, top-ranked aerospace programs, research labs, NCAA Division II athletics, and 98% career placement for aviation-focused graduates.

State

Florida

Student Population

8,000

Acceptance Rate

65%

GPA Range

3.6-4.0

SAT Range

1200-1400

Common Majors

Aerospace engineering, aviation, mechanical engineering, aircraft engineering, air traffic management

"Embry-Riddle's aviation geek culture bonds pilots and engineers on our airport-adjacent campus with flight simulators everywhere. Off-campus, Daytona beaches and space coast rocket launches thrill; students love hands-on flight labs, Eagle/Hawk games, industry networking, prof mentorship, and lifelong aerospace connections."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 2

Tuition (no scholarship)

$39,000

Conference

Sunshine State Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

Avg Women's Scores

76-77

Men's Team Notes

Embry‑Riddle men’s golf posts team totals in the high‑290s over 18 holes, with several players carding in the 70s and occasional low‑round scores in the 60s. The team consistently ranks near the top of its conference‑level fields, showing strong depth and counting‑round consistency across the season.

Women's Team Notes

Embry‑Riddle women’s golf typically scores in the mid‑300s per round, with several players posting in the 70s and others in the high‑70s to low‑80s. The team regularly finishes in the upper half of multi‑round events, highlighted by steady improvement and solid counting‑round performances.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Ken Staton

Women's Coach

Maria Lopez

Men's Email

statonk@erau.edu

Women's Email

lopezmar@erau.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Ken Staton heads Embry-Riddle men's golf since 2010, guiding Eagles to first NCAA DII South/Southeast Regional (2025) after SSC runner-up and program-record 837 at Shark Invitational. Previously Lopez's assistant, Staton builds through Florida recruiting for national contention at venues like Grande Oaks and Miami Shores.

Women's Coach Bio

Maria Lopez leads Embry-Riddle women's golf in her 26th season (the program's only head coach) with 7 conference titles, 5 regionals, and 14 NAIA Championships. Two-time LPGA National Coach of the Year, Lopez pioneered both programs, emphasizing "Student, Person, Player" development for sustained SSC dominance.