Online Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Security

Build a boundless future in aviation security

Prepare for a rewarding career in one of aviation’s most vital fields—aviation security. The Lynn University online bachelor’s degree in aviation security offers a combination of business, management, safety and criminal justice training to help you advance in this important industry.

Lynn offers a complete flight-training curriculum. You can earn your aviation degree 100% online, or use your electives to pursue flight training and obtain your license and ratings at our Burton D. Morgan College of Aeronautics facility in Boca Raton, Florida. You’ll learn from expert faculty who have flight instructor ratings, as you build real-world professional experience.

Quick facts

Start dates: 3 times a year
Next term: May 7–Aug. 19
Learning format: 100% online with optional onsite flight training
Program length: 4 years

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Learning at Lynn—innovative, global, personalized

3K+ students from over 100 countries

Prepare to work in a global economy through a curriculum that immerses you in an international community, culture and careers.

Highly ranked, technology-driven

Join a school ranked nationally for best online bachelor’s programs and best value by U.S. News & World Report. Access your courses anywhere through iPad®-powered learning.

18:1 student-faculty ratio

Get one-on-one mentoring and support from expert faculty and academic advisers.

Apple Distinguished School

Attend a University recognized by Apple® as a distinguished school for continuous innovation in learning, teaching and the school environment.

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Take your career to new heights

Whether your goal is to work in a government agency or private business, our aviation security degree prepares you for a wide array of opportunities. Prepare to work with law officials and other security professionals to ensure the safety of aircraft, airlines and passengers.

Here’s what you’ll study in your online aviation courses:

  • Aircraft systems, including advanced flight planning platforms and jet engines
  • Terrorism, security and criminal justice
  • Flight planning, weather radars and aviation systems
  • Financial reporting, analytics, innovation and economics
  • Aviation regulations, laws, history and safety

Here’s how we’ll support you

As a student, you will be assigned a student success manager who will serve as your primary point of contact throughout the program—from course registration to tracking your progress. Learn more about the support you’ll receive from your student success manager.

Career opportunities

Gain exposure to the following areas with a bachelor’s degree in aviation security from Lynn:

  • TSA
  • DoD
  • DHS
  • Aviation law enforcement
  • Air marshal services
  • Border Patrol
  • Mechanical engineering
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Admission and tuition

The enrollment deadline for the Summer 2023 term is coming soon; below are the application deadlines:

  • Domestic students: April 24
  • International students: April 24

Candidates must provide the following:

  • Completed application
  • Personal statement
  • Official transcripts

To get started, create a profile for Lynn's personalized application portal and fill out an application.

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Online Bachelor of Science in Aviation Security tuition: $375 per credit
Fees: $200
Annual total: $11,450

Cost estimates are based on completion of 120 total credits (30 credits per year). Instructional material fees are a one-time charge and do not apply to students who reside internationally or who provide their own iPad and required apps. Some programs and courses may have additional costs.

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Earning your online bachelor’s in aviation security at Lynn may be more affordable than you expect. Explore scholarship, grant and loan opportunities to find out more.

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Best online bachelor's programs and best value: Source: U.S. News and World Report, Best Online Bachelor's Degrees and Best Value

Employment and career advancement: Actual outcomes vary by geographic area, previous work experience and opportunities for employment. Lynn University does not guarantee employment placement or career advancement.

Number of Lynn students: Academic statistics as of Spring 2022