Master of Science in
Aeronautics

Strong Career Potential

• Whether looking to enter the aerospace industry or video game development, students graduate ready for careers in fast-growing and high-paying fields.

Hands-On Learning

• Opportunities to participate in competitions, faculty-supervised research, externally funded projects and more.

Tracks

• Students can choose from a variety of nine specializations, including Aviation Safety, Human Factors, Space Operations, Small UAS, UAS, Maintenance, Aviation Cybersecurity, Sustainability and Research.

Respected Accreditation

• Royal Aeronautical Society

Get Hired

• Employers covet our graduates for their experience, expertise and familiarity with the aviation and aerospace industries, as well as their focused knowledge in their specialization of choice.

Notable Careers

• Pilot
• Captain
• Maintenance Manager
• UAS Operator
• Assistant Professor
• Evaluator Pilot

Growing Demand

• Career opportunities in field are projected to grow 13% by 2030.
• Median annual wage in this industry: $130,440

Notable Employers of Alumni

• U.S. Military
• Boeing
• Federal Aviation Administration
• Department of Defense
• Air Transport International

Transfer Credit

• Varies by campus, program and more.
• Admissions will work one-on-one with you to maximize your transfer credit. For more info, complete a request for information form or contact admissions.

Estimated Costs

• Varies by campus, program and more.
• Scholarships and financial aid are available. For more info, complete a request for information form or contact admissions.

Campuses Offering Degree

• Worldwide

Specializations

• Research
• Aviation Safety
• Human Factors
• Space Operations
• Unmanned Systems
• Small UAS Operations
• Maintenance
• Aviation and Aerospace Sustainability
• Aviation Cybersecurity

• Virtual Hub – Design and test-fly a UAS.
• Virtual Crash Lab – Conduct an aviation accident investigation.

You can find more state-of-the-art labs and facilities at both residential campuses, and our leading virtual labs bring hands-on opportunities to you anywhere in the world.

Consider the following degrees:

• M.S. in Aerospace Engineering (DB, WW) – Learn to design aircraft, spacecraft, satellites and more
• M.S. in Aviation (DB) – Enhance your knowledge of aviation and aerospace
• M.S. in Aviation and Aerospace Sustainability (WW) – Help aviation companies meet operational and environmental goals
• M.S. in Safety Science (PC) – Address industry compliance standards and provide expertise in accident investigations

Read more about the university’s Student Experience, Value, & Affordability, Outcomes, and Rankings & Accolades.

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