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PhD of Aeronautics and Astronautics

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

  • Cambridge, United States
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology campus

About the program

Research doctorate across areas such as autonomous systems, Space propulsion and space systems.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Conduct independent doctoral-level inquiry in Aeronautics and Astronautics. Evaluate evidence and academic literature. Communicate original research findings.

Career outcomes

  • Aeronautics and Astronautics Specialist
  • Aeronautics and Astronautics Research Assistant
  • Related Entry-Level Professional

Curriculum

  • Admission to the PhD runs through a qualifying exam and then a faculty review. Requirements include an individual course of study
  • A thesis proposal defence and a thesis defence presenting original research.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Bachelor or master degree as the department requires
  • Statement of objectives
  • Three recommendation letters
  • Transcripts and research fit
  • GRE only where the department requires it
  • English test scores for non-native speakers
  • Minimums set by each department.
  • No central minimum published
  • Set by department.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor or master degree (department-specific), GRE per department, Research fit and faculty letters.

Language tests

  • IELTS 7
  • TOEFL iBT 100
  • Duolingo 135

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Test Results (if applicable)
  • Research Proposal (if required)
  • Recommendation Letters (if required).

How to apply

  1. Review the program admission requirements. Prepare the relevant academic and supporting documents. Submit the completed application through the institution's admissions process. Provide any further documents requested by the admissions team. Await an admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year$67,140 USD
Application fee$90 USD
Deposit$500 USD

Program details

CampusCambridge campus
Faculty or schoolSchool of Engineering
DepartmentAeronautics and Astronautics
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value_
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay1 year
Scholarship noteScholarship consideration may depend on the specific program, Academic merit, Applicant status and available funding.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    1 Dec 2026

    17 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The next deadline is 1 Dec 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.