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Engineering Physics at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach

Daytona Beach, FL · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree
44 /100
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)
45
Optimistic
44
Base Case
42
Pessimistic
Earnings $56,889/yr (-5% vs median)
AI Risk Very High (52% exposed)
Job Market Large (38,100 openings/yr)
ROI 3.5x earnings multiple
Ranked #7 of 8 Engineering Physics programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Engineering Physics graduates.

Optimistic
No Disruption		 Base Case
Gradual AI		 Pessimistic
Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings $609K $597K $543K
Earnings Multiple 3.6x 3.5x 3.2x
Probability of Field Employment 73% 65% 47%
DegreeOutlook Score 45 44 42

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)
$169,216
4-Year Net Price (After Aid)
$161,156
5% less than sticker · See by income
Median Debt at Graduation
$22,500
4.7 months of Year 1 earnings

Program Analysis

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach's Engineering Physics program produces graduates earning $56,889/yr — within striking distance of the $60,193 national average for this field.

The 3.5x return on tuition is positive but not overwhelming. Financial outcomes depend on keeping costs close to in-state rates.

AI risk is moderate — 52% task exposure — and the 11% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.

Loan repayment is a non-issue here — $22,500 in median debt clears quickly against $56,889 in annual earnings.

With only 8 programs offering Engineering Physics nationally, this is a niche field. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach ranks #7 among them.

About Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach's 66% acceptance rate reflects moderate selectivity, serving 7,535 students in Daytona Beach, FL.

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Top Career Paths

Architectural and engineering managers $167,740/yr
Physicists $166,290/yr
Natural sciences managers $161,180/yr
View all 5 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

Compare & Explore

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Engineering Physics at Other Schools

Colorado School of Mines ($72,858) University of Wisconsin-Platteville ($68,379) University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign ($64,304) Murray State University ($58,025) Delaware State University ($54,210) Augustana College ($54,165) Stephen F Austin State University ($52,715)

Other Majors at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach

Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians ($93,433) Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies ($81,436) Computer Engineering ($79,276) Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering ($78,016) Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering ($75,483) Mechanical Engineering ($73,433) Business Administration, Management and Operations ($66,999) Security Science and Technology ($55,259)

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach's Engineering Physics program score?
This program scores 44/100 — on the lower end for Engineering Physics. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
How vulnerable is Engineering Physics to AI automation?
AI won't 'replace' Engineering Physics careers outright, but it is likely to reduce the number of job openings. We model 52% task exposure, which compresses field employment probability in our scenarios.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →