Bachelor of Science in
Uncrewed Aircraft Systems
The Bachelor of Science in Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) provides graduates with the necessary professional skills and knowledge needed to become industry leaders in a variety of uncrewed aircraft systems fields, including UAS pilots, sensor operators, mission coordinators and ground technicians.
FAA Certified
- This exciting degree is certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as a UAS-Collegiate Training Initiative Program.
Commercial & Civil Applications
- Focusing on commercial and civil applications, the UAS degree empowers graduates to meet current and future employment demands.
Practical Coursework
- Through supporting coursework, UAS majors gain a broad understanding of business, aviation regulations, operational planning, technology, meteorology and security issues associated with the industry.
Hands-On Experience
- The UAS program works with several national and local commercial partners to enable students to obtain hands-on experience planning and executing actual UAS missions.
Be a Subject Matter Expert
- The UAS degree qualifies students as subject matter experts in UAS data collection, mission planning, retrieval, field operations, data editing, display and delivery.
Notable Careers
- Sensor Operator
- Operations Director
- Uncrewed Aerial Vehicle Systems Specialist
- Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Analyst
- Systems Engineer
- Remote Pilot in Command (PICs)
- Observer
- Payload Operator
- Mission Coordinator
- Operational Manager of Government and Private Sector UAS Applications
Growing Demand
- The FAA predicts that the number of remote pilots will grow to 351,000 by 2025.
- Median annual salary in this industry: $81,445
Notable Employers of Alumni
- Lockheed Martin
- Caci International
- U.S. Military
- Amazon
- Phoenix Air Uncrewed
120-122 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
- Prescott, AZ
Daytona Beach:
- Advance Flight Simulation Laboratory – Gain operational experience in virtual environments.
Prescott:
- Prescott On-Campus Airfield
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