PhD of Aerospace Engineering
- Kalamazoo, United States
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
ABET-accredited aerospace engineering major covering air, Space and computing systems.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (Up to 12 months (Optional Practical Training per education level) plus 24-month STEM OPT extension for STEM-designated degrees): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational and applied understanding of Aerospace Engineering. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.
Career outcomes
- Engineering leadership in industry
- Government service
- Education
- Start-ups
- R&D policy
- Research
Curriculum
- General Institute Requirements plus Unified Engineering (a fall-spring-fall sequence usually taken in sophomore year)
- Statistics
- Dynamics
- Control
- Differential equations and programming
- Four professional-area subjects
- And a capstone choice such as 16.82
- 16.83 or 16.85 plus a lab or capstone subject.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor or master degree as set by the programme
- With transcripts and grading scale
- Programme-specific statements
- References and tests
- No university-wide minimum GPA
- Passport page
- 100 USD fee.
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT 80
- IELTS 6.5
- PTE Academic 54
- Duolingo 105
- IELTS 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- Academic transcripts and academic records
- Official English translations if applicable
- Evidence of English proficiency or approved exemption
- Passport identification page
How to apply
- Check the programme's own requirements and deadline; international applicants are advised to apply by January for Fall funding. Apply online through the Graduate College and pay the 100 USD application fee. Upload transcripts with grading scale
- passport page
- English proof (TOEFL iBT 80
- IELTS 6.5
- Duolingo 105) and programme materials such as statement
- recommendations
- CV
- GRE or GMAT where required. Receive the department's decision. Show proof of funds for the I-20 and apply for the F-1 student visa.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $18,390 - $19,260 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Kalamazoo (main campus) |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Engineering and Applied Sciences |
| Department | Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | Up to 12 months (Optional Practical Training per education level) plus 24-month STEM OPT extension for STEM-designated degrees |
| Scholarship note | Global Education Merit Scholarship of up to 10000 USD per academic year may be available to eligible international degree-seeking students with GPA at least 3.0 on F-1 or J-1 status. No separate scholarship application is required; funding and conditions apply. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
May 2027
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August 2027
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Program starts
January 2028
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Scholarships
Global Education Merit Scholarship of up to 10000 USD per academic year may be available to eligible international degree-seeking students with GPA at least 3.0 on F-1 or J-1 status. No separate scholarship application is required; funding and conditions apply.
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Tuition is $18,390 - $19,260 USD per year. The application fee is $100 USD. The estimated living cost is $14,370 USD.
Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 80, IELTS 6.5, PTE Academic 54, Duolingo 105, IELTS 6.5.
Global Education Merit Scholarship of up to 10000 USD per academic year may be available to eligible international degree-seeking students with GPA at least 3.0 on F-1 or J-1 status. No separate scholarship application is required; funding and conditions apply.