Program Introduction
The Georgia Institute of Technology's Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering is a prestigious graduate program designed to prepare students for advanced careers in the aerospace industry and research. Located in one of the most renowned engineering schools in the United States, this program offers cutting-edge education in aerospace technologies, covering areas such as aircraft design, space systems, propulsion, and advanced computational methods. This STEM-designated program provides international students with significant advantages, including eligibility for a 24-month Optional Practical Training (OPT) extension after completing their degree. The program is recognized for its rigorous academic curriculum, state-of-the-art research facilities, and strong connections with leading aerospace companies and research institutions, providing students with exceptional opportunities for professional development and innovation.
- Language of InstructionEnglish
- Program Length24 months
- Teaching MethodsOffline
- Aerospace Core Foundations: Advanced Aerodynamics, Compressible Fluid Mechanics, Aerospace Structural Mechanics, Flight Control Systems, Orbital Mechanics, Propulsion System Design, Numerical Methods - Air Systems Specialization: Aircraft Stability and Control, Rotorcraft Theory, Supersonic and Hypersonic Flight, Avionics Systems, Aircraft System Integration, Aircraft Noise and Vibration - Space Systems Specialization: Orbital Dynamics, Spacecraft Design, Satellite Systems, Space Environment, Celestial Mechanics, Deep Space Mission Planning, Atmospheric Reentry Dynamics - Structures and Materials: Composite Material Analysis, Fatigue and Fracture Mechanics, Lightweight Structural Design, Aerospace Structural Optimization, Structural Dynamics, Finite Element Methods, Thermal-Structural Analysis - Propulsion and Energy Conversion: Rocket Propulsion Systems, Advanced Aircraft Engines, Combustion Theory, Electric Propulsion Systems, Turbomachinery, Fuel Systems, Propulsion Efficiency Optimization - Control and Autonomous Systems: Optimal Control Theory, Robotics, Autonomous Navigation Systems, Unmanned Aircraft Design, Artificial Intelligence Applications, Control Algorithms, Sensor Fusion - Computational Methodologies: Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Finite Element Analysis, Multidisciplinary Optimization, Simulation Techniques, Parallel Computing, Data Science Applications, Aerospace Software Development
Aerospace Research Engineer
$85,000 ~ $120,000
Systems Integration Engineer
$90,000 ~ $125,000
Aerospace Dynamics and Controls Specialist
$88,000 ~ $130,000
| Intakes | Application Deadlines |
|---|---|
| 2025 Fall | 2025-03-03 |
| 2026 Spring | 2025-09-01 |
Admission Requirement
- GPANo Min Score
- GRE No Min Score
90
6.0
- Online ApplicationRequired
- Official TranscriptRequired
- Statement of PurposeRequired
- 3 Letters of RecommendationRequired
- Resume/CVRequired
- CertificatesRequired
- GREOptional
Optional
- Certified English Test Score ReportRequired
Fees and Funding
$58,519/Year
$10,400/Year
$85