Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Like markets merging together to create a global economy, this decade has approached the exciting frontier of joint research. The marriage of Mechanical Engineering to related fields has contributed to a new “Interdisciplinary Era.” In meeting the challenges brought on by this co-operative approach to engineering, the Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (MAE) at the University of Missouri has broadened its scope in both education and research while maintaining strengths in the fundamental disciplines: Dynamics & Control, Design & Manufacturing, Materials & Solids and Thermal & Fluid Science Engineering. Such well-established academic traditions in the undergraduate and graduate curriculum as well as nationally renowned research programs are the basis for MAE having become the largest department in the College of Engineering at MU. An equally important aspect contributing to the quality of the MAE department is the aggressive pursuit of funding, by our faculty, to establish nationally recognized research programs. Well-earned support through sizable funding from both federal agencies and industry are valuable resources in the promotion of our graduate research and undergraduate teaching.
Degrees Offered
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Master of Science
On Campus
*This program is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension.
Admission Criteria
Fall deadline: May 31 (Priority deadline: January 1)
Spring deadline: October 31 (Priority deadline: October 1)
Summer deadline: April 30
Required GRE Scores*
| Test Type | Verbal+Quantitative |
| GRE | 298 |
*Note: The GRE requirement will be waived for graduate applicants from 1/1/2021 – 12/31/2021 because of COVID-19. If other department requirements are not met, however, the department reserves the right to request GRE scores.
Minimum Language Requirements
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- Minimum GPA: 3.0 during last 2 years
- BS in same or a closely related field
Note: Lower GPAs require special action and substantiation, such as good test scores on the GRE or other recognized examinations.
Required Application Materials
For the Graduate School
- Completed Graduate School online application
- Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
- Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)
For the Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Program
All documents must be uploaded directly to the Graduate School online application system.
- Personal Statement: 1 to 2 page letter telling about yourself and the specific area that you will study if accepted to the MAE program
- Resume: Please make sure to include the month/year for the start and end dates of all work experience
- Transcripts: You may upload in Graduate School application to expedite review of your application by the program
- Test Information (GRE/TOEFL/IELTS): You may upload these in the online Graduate School application to expedite review of your application by the program. ETS will need to send your test scores to Institution Code 6875 and Department Code 1502.
- Recommendation Letters: Three academic recommendations are required and must be submitted through the Recommendation section of the Graduate School online application.
Aerospace Engineering, Graduate Certificate
100% Online
Officially approved as:
Stand Alone: Yes
Total Credit Hours: 12
Certificate description:
The Aerospace Engineering Graduate Certificate is recommended for anyone who wishes to pursue a careers in the field of Aerospace Engineering as a Senior Engineer, Project Engineer, Staff Engineer, Engineering Manager, or Program Manager. Students who complete the certificate will learn:
- The ability to apply the fundamentals of both incompressible and compressible flows, wing and airfoil theory, and fluid kinematics and dynamics.
- How to analyze aircraft engines and spacecraft propulsion systems.
- The mechanics and design issues associated with aerospace structures; including the analysis of thin skins with stiffeners for external surfaces, bulkheads and frames for shape support, and fasteners for holding components together.
- How to analyze the flight mechanics of aircraft and spacecraft, including flight performance, flight dynamics and stability, orbital maneuvers, and flight control.
Certificate web site:
https://engineering.missouri.edu/departments/mechanical-aerospace-engineering/aerospace-engineering-graduate-certificate/
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Doctor of Philosophy
On Campus
*This program is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension.
Admission Criteria
Fall deadline: May 31 (Priority deadline: January 1)
Spring deadline: October 31 (Priority deadline: October 1)
Summer deadline: April 30
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
- Strong record in the MS program
Required GRE Scores*
| Test Type | Verbal+Quantitative |
| GRE | 298 |
*Note: The GRE requirement will be waived for graduate applicants from 1/1/2021 – 12/31/2021 because of COVID-19. If other department requirements are not met, however, the department reserves the right to request GRE scores.
Minimum Language Requirements
Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores
Note: Doctoral degree program applicants are closely and individually reviewed.
Require Application Materials
For the Graduate School
- Completed Graduate School online application
- Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
- Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)
For the Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Program
All documents must be uploaded directly to the Graduate School online application system.
- Personal Statement: 1 to 2 page letter telling about yourself and the specific area that you will study if accepted to the MAE program
- Resume: Please make sure to include the month/year for the start and end dates of all work experience
- Transcripts: You may upload in Graduate School application to expedite review of your application by the program
- Test Information (GRE/TOEFL/IELTS): You may upload these in the online Graduate School application to expedite review of your application by the program. ETS will need to send your test scores to Institution Code 6875 and Department Code 1502.
- Recommendation Letters: Three academic recommendations are required and must be submitted through the Recommendation section of the Graduate School online application.