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Bachelor of Science in Space Operations

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach Campus

USA,Florida

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 44,324/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 50

Application Fee

Jan 2026

Apply Date

USA, Florida

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1926

Total Students: 33,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1 Aerospace Boulevard, Daytona Beach, Florida 32114, USA

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Admission Requirements
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Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Science in Space Operations

Program Overview

At Embry Riddle, the Bachelor of Science in Space Operations connects principles from both the space industry and regulatory agencies, teaching you to solve challenges in disciplines such as mission operations, mission training and launch licensing. The interdisciplinary nature of a degree in space operations prepares you to integrate the many different factors involved in space operations into real-world scenarios after graduation.

This non-engineering degree program has been developed in collaboration with the commercial space industry and affiliated space agencies, such as NASA and the FAA-Commercial Transportation Office (FAA-AST), to ensure that you develop the skills needed for success and advancement in the space industry.

Why You Should Study This Degree

Space operations focuses on the exploration and management of outer space, including launching satellites, operating spacecraft and conducting scientific research. A career in space operations may be for you if you like:

Learning about space missions.
Exploring planetary science and the wonders of the cosmos
Studying, building and operating satellites.
Researching forces and motion in space.

Student Learning Outcomes

Opportunities you will have as a space operations major:

Creating space mission design, planning or execution relevant to current industry practices.
Evaluating spacecraft systems, applications, sustainability and safety practices within the space operations industry.
Analyzing human spaceflight history, life support implications and training regimens from historical and contemporary programs.
Analyzing space policy development and application to space activity.
Identifying space mission history, program development

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

42 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2025		Not Available
may 2024		Closed
jun 2024		Not Available
jul 2024		Closed
aug 2024		Closed
aug 2025		Closed
may 2025		Closed
jul 2025		Closed
jan 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 50

Tuition Fee

CAD 44,324 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach Campus

CAD 17,372 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 79
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 105.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.

Minimum CGPA Required: 70.00 %

Additional Information

Space Operations Career Opportunities

Setting a standard of success, Embry?Riddle graduates are set to enter the workforce with a placement rate of 93.8% within a year of graduation, often finding roles with industry leaders such as:

NASA Mission Control (Houston)
Blue Origin
Northrop Grumman
Airbus (OneWeb) Satellite
SpaceX

Scholarships

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.