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
85% employed or continuing education
62% employed after graduation
23% attending graduate school
$65,058 average starting annual income
Sample employer destinations: Boeing, Northrop Grumman, Rockwell Collins
Sample grad school destinations: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Georgia Institute of Technology, Stanford University
Academic Profile Middle 50% 2
31 - 34 ACT Score
1410 - 1510 SAT Score
3.61 - 3.94 High School GPA
Annual Program Costs
Illinois Resident
- Tuition: $17,040
- Fees: $4,174
- Expenses3: $15,180
- Total: $36,394
Non-Resident
- Tuition: $34,182
- Fees: $4,174
- Expenses3: $15,520
- Total: $53,876
International
- Tuition: $39,400
- Fees: $4,174
- Expenses3: $15,520
- Total: $59,094