To be eligible for the MS in Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics at The University of Alabama, applicants should hold a bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, or civil engineering with a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0. Candidates from other disciplines must complete prerequisite courses in calculus (12 credit hours), ordinary differential equations, and calculus-based engineering mechanics (statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, and fluid mechanics) before applying. The program offers both thesis and non-thesis options, requiring 30 credit hours, with at least 18 hours in AEM-designated courses. The admission test score is waived for those holding a graduate degree at the time of enrollment or 5+ years of related work experience. The admission test score is waived for those holding a graduate degree at the time of enrollment or 5+ years of related work experience.
