Overview

Also, you will take an Introduction to Aerospace Engineering course that will give you an overview of the BS program.

In the second year at University of Kansas you will continue to take basic mathematics and science as well as engineering science courses. The engineering science courses apply the principles you have mastered in the basic sciences and mathematics to the solution of engineering problems. In the third year you learn the unique nature of aerospace problems.

These courses cover the major subdivisions of Aerospace Engineering - fluid mechanics and aerodynamics, propulsion, structures, and flight dynamics. You will also have courses in complementary topics including computer graphics and instrumentation. Inyour fourth year, you have the opportunity to see how all the individual specialized technologies are used to design a vehicle.

Key Facts

The aerospace engineer is concerned with the design, production, operation, and support of aircraft and spacecraft.

Aerospace engineers conduct research to solve problems and improve processes for the aerospace industry. The curriculum includes traditional courses in aerodynamics, flight dynamics and control, propulsion, structures, manufacturing, instrumentation, and spacecraft systems. Capstone design courses are offered in aircraft, propulsion, and spacecraft design.

KU Aerospace Engineering is an international leader in aerospace education committed to developing a global community of choice for students, educators and researchers by strategically aligning teaching, research and service missions. A world class graduate and undergraduate education focused on designing, simulating, building, testing and flying aerospace vehicles is provided.

The department invests in research infrastructure and chooses outstanding students, faculty and staff to conduct basic and applied research of relevance to aerospace vehicles and systems. The department supports the aerospace profession by educating the public, by maintaining the KU aerospace short course program and by advising policy-makers in government, industry and disciplinary professional organizations.

Programme Structure

Course Topic Designations:

Structures, Structural Dynamics, and Materials
Advanced Mathematics
Design
Instrumentation and Testing
Fluid Mechanics and Aerodynamics
Dynamics and Control
Astronautics
Propulsion

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Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-25 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lawrence, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for all previous coursework, including transfer coursework.
KU’s $90 application processing fee, payable by credit card.
English proficiency scores sent to KU by your testing agency.
Proof of high school graduation particular to your country. T
Academic records. They can accept unofficial transcripts as part of the application, however, they must receive official transcripts before you enroll in an academic program.
If applicable: Educational Gap Statement. If, after high school, there was a period of time longer than three months that you were not enrolled in any educational program, you must write a short statement about your activity during that time. If you attended courses of any kind, include that information.
If applicable: SAT or ACT scores.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

30177 USD / year

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Out-of-State

30177 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

11298 USD / year

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Living costs

Lawrence

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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