Overview

The PhD in Aerospace Systems Engineering or in Mechanical Engineering at University of Alabama Huntsville requires the successful completion of an independent research project culminating in a dissertation.

Features

The Program of Study consists of a minimum of 66 course and research semester hours beyond the B.S degree.

A minimum of 18 semester hours of coursework beyond the Department’s MS degree is required.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

The Program of Study also includes two examinations, the qualifying exam which consists of two parts, and the dissertation defense which is formally referred to as the Final Comprehensive exam.

The two-part qualifying exam includes a written preliminary examination and a subsequent oral exam including the proposal of a dissertation topic. Descriptions of all examinations are provided in the MAE Department Office.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-11 00:00:00
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Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
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Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

66 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Huntsville, United States

Disciplines

Aerospace Engineering View 42 other PhDs in Aerospace Engineering in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.2

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

a relevant graduate and undergraduate degree history,

a 3.25 GPA on all relevant graduate course work at the time of admission,

one letter of reference from a faculty member who can speak to the candidate’s research capacity,

a written statement from a faculty member in the MAE Department indicating a commitment to advising the student during the first academic year of the student’s program of study.

scores on the GRE examination are not required but can be considered in support of an admissions decision if submitted.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

28000 USD / year

≈ 28000 USD / year
Out-of-State

28000 USD / year

≈ 28000 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

11670 USD / year

≈ 11670 USD / year

Living costs

Huntsville

United States

834 - 1331 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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