M.S. Aerospace Engineering (M.S.A.E.) at University of South Florida

Programme overview

The M.S. in Aerospace Engineering focuses on advanced aerodynamics, propulsion, avionics and space exploration, applying theory to practical aircraft and spacecraft design, analysis and testing. It shares a core with the M.S. in Mechanical Engineering. Thesis and non-thesis options are available.

Faculty: College of Engineering | Department: Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering | Duration: 30 credit hours minimum | Study mode: full-time | Location: Tampa, FL, United States

What you will study

6 hours of shared core (advanced thermodynamics and statistical mechanics, applied elasticity), 3 hours of mathematics (analysis in mechanical engineering), 9 hours of aerospace courses (aerospace systems, advanced aerodynamics, aircraft stability and control), 6 hours of electives and 6 hours of thesis or additional electives.

Career pathways

Careers in aeronautics, defense, space and automotive industries.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Must meet USF graduate admission and English proficiency requirements. B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field (in consultation with the Graduate Program Director), one-page resume, two letters of reference and a one-page statement of purpose. GRE scores are not required but may be submitted.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Master's and Educational Specialist admission is offered for Fall, Spring and Summer semesters.

Final university deadlines for master's and Educational Specialist programmes: June 1 for Fall, October 15 for Spring, February 15 for Summer. Programme-specific priority deadlines apply for funding and consideration; priority applications receive maximum consideration and later applications are considered on a space-available basis.

The nonrefundable graduate degree-seeking application fee is $30, paid through the Online Graduate Application site; international applicants may pay by electronic fund transfer from international banks. Test scores (GRE, GMAT, TOEFL, etc.) are required only if the programme requires them.

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