Aerospace

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Undergraduate Program

Aerospace engineering undergraduates at Illinois take courses in the fundamentals of flight and space. They can also seize opportunities to study abroad, conduct research, secure an internship, participate in a wide range of registered student organizations and projects from building a plane to launching a rocket, and much more--in an environment welcoming to all.

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Graduate Programs

Aerospace engineering graduate students at Illinois study with world-renowned faculty in state-of-the-art research facilities, while pursuing a master's degree, Ph.D., or specialty certificate. Whether preparing for a career in industry, research, or academia, Illinois is a place for tremendous growth in a community that encourages innovative thinking and discovery.

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