Knightmare- as you can tell a lot of opinions surface with regard to an education in Aviation. For as many folks out there who admire an ERAU there are just as many who think youre a total idiot for spending what you did. point is not sure it really does much for ya in this networking business. Also should mention - usually you become a resident after one year of living somewhere. Enjoy college and plan for a life after college on a very limited salary. Good luck -