Bachelor of Science in
Meteorology
The Bachelor of Science in Meteorology is designed to prepare students for a range of operational and research-focused meteorology careers, including with the National Weather Service, the military, TV stations and the private sector. Students don’t just learn theory — they get hands-on experience with our state-of-the-art observational equipment and lab facilities.
For students passionate about understanding and predicting weather patterns as well as identifying and informing the community about potential impacts, a degree in Meteorology from Embry-Riddle is the right fit.
This degree covers topics like weather analysis, data collection and forecasting, ensuring students are prepared for careers in the military, government agencies, broadcasting, the aviation industry and more.
Industry Partnerships & Accreditation
- Embry-Riddle is one of the few universities in the U.S. that offers meteorology coursework approved by the Federal Aviation Administration for use in its airline dispatcher program.
- This meteorology degree meets all American Meteorological Society guidelines and all U.S. Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standards for a meteorologist.
Notable Employers of Alumni
- Local Television Stations
- National Weather Service
- Southwest Airlines
- U.S. Air Force
- U.S. Navy
120 credits
Transfer Credit
- Varies by campus, program and more.
- Admissions will work one-on-one with you to maximize your transfer credit. For more info, complete a request for information form or contact admissions.
Estimated Costs
- Varies by campus, program and more.
- Scholarships and financial aid are available. For more info, complete a request for information form or contact admissions.
Campuses Offering Degree
- Daytona Beach, FL
- Meteorology Broadcasting Studio – Topic areas include the graphical representation of scientific information, the spatial and temporal perception of displayed meteorological data, the effectiveness of different on-camera deliveries, the human response to hazardous-weather graphics and video editing techniques.
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