Launch the Next Generation of Spaceflight
USU is a national leader in aerospace engineering research and education. Our faculty and student researchers are developing morphing flight surface technologies and the latest advances in small satellites. We’re also pioneering one of the world’s first environmentally friendly propellants for next-generation aerospace applications. Utah is home to a bustling aerospace industry, and USU’s world-renowned Space Dynamics Laboratory is right next door to our Logan campus. If you’re considering a career in the aeronautics or space industries, Utah State University is your best choice for a world-class, high-value education.
Choose the degree path that’s right for you. We offer both research and non-research degree pathways and a 100% online degree option for working professionals.
Degrees Offered
Master of Science (MS) in Aerospace Engineering
- Plan A: coursework plus thesis. Designed for students considering a PhD or a career that requires research experience.
- Plan B: coursework plus research report. Ideal for students pursuing careers that require advanced design experience.
- Plan C: coursework only. Designed to help students increase their technical knowledge and expand career opportunities.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Aerospace Education
The PhD is a research-intensive program for students pursuing advanced leadership roles in the defense and aerospace industries or who plan to teach engineering at 4-year colleges and universities. Students can begin the PhD program with a bachelor’s or master’s degree.
Online: Master of Science (MS) in Aerospace Engineering
Plan C: Our online aerospace engineering program features 100% online, asynchronous delivery. Designed to help students increase their technical knowledge and expand career opportunities. The program has a rolling application process, meaning you can apply any time. Plus you can choose to start in fall, spring, or summer semester. Apply at usu.edu/online.
Student Stories
Research Areas
- –Aeronautics
- –Aerospace Materials and Structures
- –Astronautics
- –Fluid Dynamics
- –Guidance, Navigation, and Control
- –Numerical Methods
Faculty
Som Dutta
Fluid Dynamics, Heat Transfer, Nuclear Energy and Materials, Numerical Methods
Haoran Wang
Material Science, Microscale/Nanoscale Science, Numerical Methods, Renewable Energy, Solid Mechanics
Facilities
AeroLab
Space Dynamics Lab
Static Testing Cell
Recirculating Wind Tunnel
Featured Research
Ready to Apply?
Minimum Requirements
- –GRE scores are used by some faculty in choosing students and in funding decisions and are therefore strongly encouraged.
- –Bachelor's in mechanical or aerospace engineering from an accredited program
- –Minimum 3.3 GPA
- –Familiarity with FORTRAN, C, or MATLAB
- –International students have additional requirements
Application Materials
- –Official Transcript
- –TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Exam
- –Resume
- –Letter of Recommendation
- –Statement of Purpose (approx. 750 words)
Contact Us
Ready to learn more? Before applying to the USU School of Graduate Studies, contact Joan Rudd to explore current funding and enrollment opportunities.