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Programs in Aerospace Engineering

Elevate your career with UTulsa’s aerospace engineering minor!

The University of Tulsa’s aerospace engineering program is tailored for STEM majors eager to dive into the aerospace industry. With three core courses and three electives, students gain a robust foundation in aerospace principles. Core courses include fluid mechanics, introduction to aerospace engineering, and system dynamics and controls. Electives allow specialization in areas like propulsion, structures, and aerodynamics. When combined with nearly any major field of study, graduates will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to excel in a variety of aerospace careers or graduate studies.

Top 100 Private Research Institution, U.S. News

#7 For Engineering Majors, Money.com

9:1 Student-Faculty Ratio

$135k Annual Median Pay for Aerospace Engineers

Professional Opportunities

Photograph of an aerospace engineer working on equiptment

Aerospace engineering studies offer opportunities to innovate and push the boundaries of technology. From designing aircraft and spacecraft components to ensuring their safety and performance, these careers blend creativity, technical expertise, and a passion for problem-solving.

Job opportunities: 

  • Aerospace engineer
  • Aircraft/spacecraft designer
  • Flight test technician
  • Materials engineer
  • Mechanical engineer
  • Maintenance engineer

Beyond the Classroom

  • EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
  • STUDENT ENGAGEMENT
  • SOCIAL JUSTICE & SERVICE
  • JOB PLACEMENT
    • Set the stage for lifelong learning and success.

      Learning is an individualized journey that extends far beyond a major or the walls of a classroom. The University of Tulsa provides integrative and experiential learning opportunities that allow scholars to enliven their studies through global education, research, scholarship, and interdisciplinary programs. Our real-world academic enrichment opportunities are designed to challenge students and enhance their personal and professional educational experience.

      EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

    • Make your UTulsa experience as rich and diverse as you like.

      UTulsa students have abundant opportunities to get involved with clubs and organizations to develop new skills, meet new friends, and make lifetime memories. From international clubs, music groups, and intramural sports to Greek life, student government, and on-campus leadership, there’s truly something for everyone at UTulsa. Our multi-faceted extracurricular options perfectly complement our multidisciplinary academic approach.

      STUDENT ORGS

    • Be the change you want to see.

      UTulsa encourages students to give back to the community and see societal problems through a different lens. In considering issues ranging from low-income to racial biases, students analyze the intricacies of cyclical social issues to gain broader perspectives and insights, which they can share with others and act on in the community.

      CIVIC ENGAGEMENT

    • Pursue success with confidence — backed by UTulsa's job placement guarantee.

      UTulsa is committed to our students’ professional success, which is why our Center for Career Development, aka CaneCareers, offers a job placement guarantee program. We promise that students who follow the program will land an entry-level job in their chosen field or continue their education within six months of graduation, or we’ll give them a free semester of grad school.

      JOB PLACEMENT GUARANTEE

    Learn more about the department

    The Department of Mechanical Engineering provides math and science instruction to develop creativity, analytical abilities, disciplined reasoning, communication skills, advanced technology knowledge, and sound ethics.

    Department of Mechanical Engineering