Aerospace Engineering (PHD)
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    Aerospace Engineering (PHD)

    The University of Arizona Global
    The University of Arizona Global
    United States of America
    United States of America, Tucson
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    Duration5 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    USD 25,200 / Year
    Next IntakeAugust 22, 2022

    Aerospace Engineering (PHD)

    About

    Research in aerospace engineering covers the fields of aeronautics and space technology. The AME Doctoral programs require the completion of a minimum of 57-59 units of graduate credit, depending upon the student's educational background (see below), plus 18 units of Dissertation:

    • Direct B.S. to Ph.D. track - Please note that admission to the Direct B.S. to Ph.D. track requires the demonstration of exceptionally good performance in academics and research by the applicant during the course of his/her undergraduate career.  This track requires 59 units of coursework.  Students who are on the Direct B.S. to Ph.D. track must take the Qualifying Examination no later than their fifth semester in residence for the Ph.D. degree (first semester of their third year).
    • University of Arizona AME M.S. to Ph.D. - This track requires 57 units of coursework.  Students who completed the requirements for the M.S. degree with the University of Arizona AME Department must take the Qualifying Examination no later than their second semester in residence for the Ph.D. degree (second semester of their first year).  In addition, 24-30 units may be transferred from the UAAME M.S. degree program to the Ph.D. program.
    • Non-University of Arizona AME M.S. to Ph.D. - This track requires 57 units of coursework.  Students who completed the requirements for the M.S. degree at another institution must take the Qualifying Examination no later than their third semester in residence for the Ph.D. degree (first semester of their second year).  Up to 30 units may be transferred from an MS degree, subject to Graduate College rules for credit transfer, and if they are appropriate for inclusion in the student's Ph.D. Plan of Study.
     

    Disciplines

    College of Engineering

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Admissions Requirements

    (1) Minimum undergraduate or graduate GPA of 3.25
    (2) GRE General Exam scores: Applicants' scores are expected to be in the top 25 percentile, particularly for the Quantitative portion.
    (3) 3 letters of recommendation
    (4) Statement of purpose
    (5) International applicants: minimum TOEFL internet based score of 79 or IELTS test score of 7.

     
    Standardized Tests

    Required test(s): GRE General

    Required for International Applicants: TOEFL or IELTS

     
    Funding Opportunities

    It is recommended that both international and domestic students apply by the following deadlines if they wish to be considered for department funding:

    Fall semester application deadline: January 1
    Spring semester application deadline: June 1

    Teaching and Research Assistantships available to outstanding students.

     
    Admissions Deadlines

    Deadline for Domestic Applicants Application for Admission only (without Funding Consideration):

    • Fall: June 1
    • Spring: October 1

    Deadline for Domestic Applicants and International Applicants Application for Admission, with Funding Consideration:

    • Fall: January 1
    • Spring: June 1
     
    International Conditional Admission

    International applicants will not be considered for conditional admission by this program.

    Other Information
    The GRE Institution Code for The University of Arizona is 4832

    ETS Major Field Code(s) for this program: 1502(MEE), 1601(AEE)

    NRC Taxon(a) for this program: Aerospace Engineering

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 60
    • IELTSMin 7
    • TOEFLMin 79

    English Program Requirements

    International applicants whose primary language is not English, or who attended school in a non-English speaking country, regardless of citizenship, must prove English proficiency. To determine whether you need to submit proof of English proficiency

    Fee Information

    Application Fee 85

    How to Apply

    • International applicants to Arizona Online campus, Global Direct campus, or a Global Microcampus should choose the Distance Learner (DL) visa type in their Application Profile.
    • International applicants to the Main campus must currently hold a US visa that permits incidental study. 
    • Please verify your visa eligibility with International Student Services before applying.  The application fee is non-refundable and will not be refunded if your visa status is not eligible.  
    • Applicants must meet all Graduate College minimum admission requirements, including English proficiency.
    • Applicants should be prepared to submit copies of their visa documents, additional transcripts, or degree documentation if requested.
    • University of Arizona regulations require that all international students on non-immigrant visas carry the University of Arizona student health insurance plan.

    Aerospace Engineering (PHD)

    The University of Arizona Global

    The University of Arizona Global

    United States of America

    United States of America, Tucson

    Go to Official Website