Master of Science in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

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Program Overview

The Master of Science in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering prepares students to become leaders in their field across a wide variety of technical industries. From fluid mechanics to ultrasound imaging, students open themselves to being taught by world-class faculty and professional and research opportunities found only in the nation's capital.

Students may choose from the following areas of focus to tailor their coursework:

  • Aerospace engineering
  • Design of mechanical engineering systems
  • Fluid mechanics, thermal sciences and energy
  • Industrial engineering
  • Solid mechanics and materials science
  • Structures and dynamics
  • Robotics, mechatronics and controls

Program Requirements

  • Credit hours:
    • With thesis: 24 credit hours of coursework + 6 credit hours of thesis research
    • Without thesis: 33 credit hours of coursework
  • Duration: Two years (full-time) or three years (part-time)

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Program Requirements

 

Admissions Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, physical science or mathematics.
  • Minimum of 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent achieved on the last 60 credit hours of undergraduate work.
  • Successful submission of online application form, exam scores, and other documents as outlined in the admissions requirements.