Program Overview
The Aeronautical Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is a MSc programme in Engineering, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Aeronautical Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 49,520 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 49,520 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: New York City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Aeronautical Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Number of credits: 30 (31 credits total with the inclusion of the MATH course requirement)
- Required Thesis credits: 6
- The corresponding thesis, independently written by the student as single author, must be approved by the advisor as well as two additional committee members from the department\x92s faculty (Master\x92s Committee). Your thesis defense will be presented to this committee.
- All courses used to earn the master\x92s degree must be taken at the 4000 or 6000-level. No courses used to complete undergraduate degree requirements may also be counted towards the completion of a graduate degree.
- Out of the 24 credits of course work: a minimum of 12 credits must be completed at the 6000-level with a maximum of 12 credits taken at the 4000-level.
- One 4000 or 6000-level MATH course.
- Out of the 30 (31) credits: a minimum of 15 credits must be from MANE.
- No credits from departments outside of the schools of Engineering or Science can be applied to your degree without prior approval from the Graduate Program Director.
- Maximum of 3 credits of Individual Project/Independent Study.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Nonrefundable application processing fee of $75
- Statement of Background and Goals
- Resume or curriculum vitae
- Two letters of recommendation
- Copies of official test scores (GRE, GMAT)
- Copies of official transcripts and evidence of degrees earned, in English and in the native language, of all post-secondary education (including transcript keys)
- Copy of your passport (international students only)
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 49,520 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 49,520 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 49,520 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 49,520 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Troy, United States
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2004-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English