Overview

The Aerospace Engineering PhD program from Mississippi State University typically consists of a minimum of 50 hours of coursework beyond the master’s degree, of which at least 20 hours is devoted toward dissertation research. The program of study is determined in consultation with the student’s major professor and committee.

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Aerospace Engineering is the branch of engineering concerned with the design, development, testing and production of aircraft and related systems that fly within the Earth’s atmosphere (Aeronautics) and of spacecraft, missiles, rocket propulsion systems and other equipment operating beyond the Earth’s atmosphere (Astronautics)

The Department of Aerospace Engineering awarded the Bagley College of Engineering’s first master’s degree in 1951 and its first doctoral degree in 1960. We have awarded degrees to men and women who are now leaders in government, industry, and education around the world.

Programme Structure

The Doctor of Philosophy with an emphasis on Aerospace Engineering degree typically consists of a minimum of 50 hours of coursework beyond the master’s degree, of which at least 20 hours is devoted toward dissertation research. The program of study is determined in consultation with the student’s major professor and committee.

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Duration

Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-01 00:00:00
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Starting 2026-08-01 00:00:00
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Language

English

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Credits

50 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Starkville, United States

Disciplines

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General requirements

Certified, translated copies of all transcripts, mark sheets, and diplomas from your school. Mississippi State recommends all school credentials from non-U.S. institutions be submitted through a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services member for a course-by-course evaluation with grade point average calculation.
An official ACT score of 20 or higher, or SAT score of 1030 (only if your GPA is below 3.0 based on our evaluation of your transcripts OR if you are applying for scholarships).
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Tuition Fees

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5830 USD / year

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5830 USD / year

≈ 5830 USD / year
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5830 USD / year

≈ 5830 USD / year

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