Bachelors Degree-ERAU vs _____
#81
Congratulations. You and many others made it into the military without Riddle.
Second to the USAF Academy, Embry-Riddle produces more Air Force pilots than any other school in the World.
But why capitalize on such an established track record when you can take your chances with a long shot?
You are definitely one with a strong stomach Sir.
Second to the USAF Academy, Embry-Riddle produces more Air Force pilots than any other school in the World.
But why capitalize on such an established track record when you can take your chances with a long shot?
You are definitely one with a strong stomach Sir.
Then the pilot side of the house...well, as I was mentioning before, there's not necessarily any correlation between "was a pilot at riddle and is a pilot in the military", in fact, I'd bet the majority of those with degrees from riddle did NOT participate in their flight program. The reason they went to riddle is it's a big ROTC program. It's that "in" I was talking about. A few ex-military guys at my work that have degrees from riddle because of their relationship with the military. They got these degrees as masters while they were on active duty, so they could advance in terms of promotions. The degree had nothing to do with them flying.
The quote that it produces "more pilots" is misleading. What do you mean? They do flight training at riddle? They do flight training in the air force? Besides, it sounds like you went through their ROTC program, but what does that have to do with going to riddle and NOT going into the ROTC program?
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#84
No, it doesn't quite work like that, and you know it. There are various ways to become an officer and get into a flight program. Going to riddle's ROTC is just one of them, and you don't have to do riddle's flight program even in that case. Another way is to do a "green to gold" program or equivalent, where you take school drops and attend while you are active duty, but you still have to foot a little of the cost. Yet another way is to get accepted to an academy, out of high school. Regardless of what way you become an officer, a college degree is needed and that's what gets you "in". Yet another way is to graduate from college and put together a package for OCS.
Then the pilot side of the house...well, as I was mentioning before, there's not necessarily any correlation between "was a pilot at riddle and is a pilot in the military", in fact, I'd bet the majority of those with degrees from riddle did NOT participate in their flight program. The reason they went to riddle is it's a big ROTC program. It's that "in" I was talking about. A few ex-military guys at my work that have degrees from riddle because of their relationship with the military. They got these degrees as masters while they were on active duty, so they could advance in terms of promotions. The degree had nothing to do with them flying.
The quote that it produces "more pilots" is misleading. What do you mean? They do flight training at riddle? They do flight training in the air force? Besides, it sounds like you went through their ROTC program, but what does that have to do with going to riddle and NOT going into the ROTC program?
Then the pilot side of the house...well, as I was mentioning before, there's not necessarily any correlation between "was a pilot at riddle and is a pilot in the military", in fact, I'd bet the majority of those with degrees from riddle did NOT participate in their flight program. The reason they went to riddle is it's a big ROTC program. It's that "in" I was talking about. A few ex-military guys at my work that have degrees from riddle because of their relationship with the military. They got these degrees as masters while they were on active duty, so they could advance in terms of promotions. The degree had nothing to do with them flying.
The quote that it produces "more pilots" is misleading. What do you mean? They do flight training at riddle? They do flight training in the air force? Besides, it sounds like you went through their ROTC program, but what does that have to do with going to riddle and NOT going into the ROTC program?
I said they are #2 in commissioning USAF Officers, who go on to become "Rated." As someone has pointed out, I am wrong, because Texas A&M has the title now. I concede that, and extend my best regards to the Aggies and their program.
I did not do ROTC, because I was scared of getting stuck being a mortuary officer for six years if I didn't make the cut. At 27, I was off the street into the USAF Reserve, which is the greatest deal in the World IMO. (Should have done that WAY earlier)
At the same time, I was selected for USN Active Duty Flying as well. But I elected to go with the C-5 Reserve Unit instead.
#85
Congratulations. You and many others made it into the military without Riddle.
Second to the USAF Academy, Embry-Riddle produces more Air Force pilots than any other school in the World.
But why capitalize on such an established track record when you can take your chances with a long shot?
You are definitely one with a strong stomach Sir.
Second to the USAF Academy, Embry-Riddle produces more Air Force pilots than any other school in the World.
But why capitalize on such an established track record when you can take your chances with a long shot?
You are definitely one with a strong stomach Sir.
#86
Texas A&M's ROTC program (all services) has existed since dirt was invented. All of this while attending a University which offers a variety of programs from engineering to business (its business school is highly regarded). Oh, and the ability to date the opposite sex. They don't admit ugly girls to Texas A&M.
Its HUGE alumni pool is a very powerful networking tool.
Good luck
#87
With all due respect, guys, the OP's question was about ERAU Online. I have much respect for their 2 residence schools but in my experience ERAU distance learning was a joke. It's a running joke in AF officer circles. Like I said before I had a 4.0 through 9 classes never having purchased a textbook.
#88
I believe your stats are expired. With that said, Texas A&M has been producing pilots for all services, NASA Astronauts, filled the cockpit of Air Force One, and has multiple non-aviator 4 star generals in its alumni.
Texas A&M's ROTC program (all services) has existed since dirt was invented. All of this while attending a University which offers a variety of programs from engineering to business (its business school is highly regarded). Oh, and the ability to date the opposite sex. They don't admit ugly girls to Texas A&M.
Its HUGE alumni pool is a very powerful networking tool.
Good luck
Texas A&M's ROTC program (all services) has existed since dirt was invented. All of this while attending a University which offers a variety of programs from engineering to business (its business school is highly regarded). Oh, and the ability to date the opposite sex. They don't admit ugly girls to Texas A&M.
Its HUGE alumni pool is a very powerful networking tool.
Good luck
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