To be eligible for the MS in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Missouri–Columbia, applicants should possess a bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, or a closely related engineering field. A minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 is typically required. While GRE scores are not mandatory, submitting them is recommended to strengthen your application. The program mandates completion of 30 credit hours, which can be achieved through a thesis, project report, or entirely online coursework.