BA/BS in Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering

This engineering major is aimed at students excited by flight, from solar-powered aircraft to small satellites and crewed missions beyond Earth. It rewards people who like testing limits and tackling problems others consider out of reach. The first stage builds a base in science and mathematics, including chemistry, physics and calculus, along with laboratory work. Afterward, students turn to aerospace-specific subjects such as materials, fluid mechanics and design theory. The degree is a bachelor of science offered through the mechanical and aerospace engineering department of the university's engineering school. Students who want to continue can pursue a combined route that leads to a master's degree. The program gives graduates a technical foundation for careers in the aerospace field and for further study, and it attracts those who want to design vehicles that travel through the air and space.