Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Aviation

What Will You Learn in Liberty University’s Ph.D. in Aviation?

• Contemporary issues in aviation policy
• Global aviation law
• Human factors and aviation automation

In addition to the learning points above, you will study advanced aviation research, aviation statistics, qualitative and quantitative research methods, the economic environment of aviation, and much more! This degree program also requires a dissertation – which will allow you to conduct your own scholarly research and contribute to the knowledge base in the field.

Potential Careers for Ph.D. in Aviation Graduates

• Aircraft manufacturer manager
• Aircraft manufacturer safety program manager
• Airline safety program manager
• Airport manager
• Aviation researcher
• Aviation trainer
• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) safety inspector
• Military senior leader
• Professor

Benefits of Pursuing Your Ph.D. in Aviation with Liberty University

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank among Niche.com’s top 3 online schools in America. Earning your online degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
• You can complete this Ph.D. in Aviation program in as little as 3 years!
• Throughout this program, you’ll have access to expert professors with years of experience and a passion for helping you succeed.

Military Tuition Discount

We want to help you find the doctoral degree you want — at a price you’ve earned. As a thank-you for your military service, Liberty University offers eligible current and former service members like you or your spouse multiple pathways to earn a doctoral degree for only $300/credit hour. Here’s how:

• If you’re earning or have earned a master’s degree through Liberty, you automatically qualify for the low price (when you begin within 2 years of your master’s completion).
• If you haven’t earned a graduate degree through Liberty, our Executive Certificate program allows you to pay only $300/credit hour for a postgraduate certificate that can stand alone or potentially count as the first 21 hours of a related doctoral degree. Then pay just $300/credit hour for your doctorate. Learn more!