Yes. Most of our typical students work full-time. Most courses are delivered asynchronously, which means you can complete your coursework when it is convenient for you. Exam requirements may vary from course-to-course and may require a specific window of time and instructions should be made available to you in your course materials.

Yes. Neither U.S. residency nor a visa are required.

Yes, unless you have received a degree within the last 36 months from a school where English is the primary language of instruction in a country where English is the native language.

Top-Ranked Program: Purdue’s School of Aeronautics and Astronautics consistently ranks among the top aerospace engineering programs in the nation, currently placed #2 by U.S. News & World Report for aerospace graduate programs.

Pioneers in Aerospace Engineering: Purdue AAE has a long history of excellence, with notable alumni like Neil Armstrong and Gus Grissom, showcasing our deep roots in space exploration.

Renowned Faculty: Learn from world-class faculty who are not only leaders in academia but are also actively engaged in aerospace industry research and innovation.

Global Aerospace Hub: Purdue is a leader in collaborations with major aerospace companies and organizations like NASA, Boeing, and Lockheed Martin, providing students with unparalleled networking and career opportunities.

Flexible and Specialized Curriculum: Whether you’re interested in propulsion, astrodynamics and space applications, aerodynamics, autonomy and control, aerospace systems, structures and materials, hypersonics, and more, Purdue’s AAE program offers a broad spectrum of specializations, giving you the opportunity to tailor your education to your career goals.

No, both programs lead to the MSAAE. The only difference is the online delivery method. The courses, assessments, and faculty – and rigor – are the same.

Courses are delivered asynchronously via Brightspace, Purdue’s learning management system. Course content and materials can be accessed on most Windows and Mac desktops, laptops, and tablets.