Aerospace Engineering
CompareWhat is Aerospace Engineering?
Aerospace Engineering focuses on the research, development, integration, and production of aerospace systems. This major may interest you if you enjoy working in teams to create systems that include many types of engineering. You may learn about aerodynamics, design, and performance of air and spacecraft and their propulsion systems. Aerospace engineers will gain experience in mechanical, electrical, computer, material, and aerospace applications.
Career Options
- Aerospace
- Automotive work
- Defense
- Engines
- Government work
- Manufacturing
- Security
Post-Graduation Success1
88% employed or continuing education
62% employed after graduation
26% attending graduate school
$65,361 average starting annual income
Sample employer destinations: Boeing, Rockwell Collins, Northrop Grumman View All
Sample grad school destinations: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Georgia Institute of Technology, Stanford University View All
Program Resources
Grainger College of Engineering Program Webpage Degree Requirements Transfer GuideAcademic Profile Middle 50% 2
32 - 34 ACT score
1420 - 1520 SAT score
3.65 - 3.95 high school GPA
Graduation & Retention3
4.1 years to degree
93% freshman retention rate
66% four-year graduation rate
87% six-year graduation rate
Annual Program Costs
Illinois Resident
- Tuition: $17,040
- Fees: $4,174
- Expenses4: $15,180
- Total: $36,394
Non-Resident
- Tuition: $34,182
- Fees: $4,174
- Expenses4: $15,520
- Total: $53,876
International
- Tuition: $39,400
- Fees: $4,174
- Expenses4: $15,520
- Total: $59,094