MAE Graduate Programs
Our graduate programs offer research degrees at the master’s and Ph.D. levels, with the opportunity to specialize in a wide range of topics in mechanical and aerospace engineering. We also offer non-thesis master’s degrees both on campus and online. Students can earn a Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering or a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering degree without ever setting foot on campus.
Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering
| Career Focus | The MS programs prepare graduates for industry careers in a variety of aerospace and mechanical engineering topics. |
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| Credit Hours Required | 30 |
| Program Overview |
Thesis: The thesis degree requires in depth research in a topic chosen by the student and their research mentor in addition to graded courses. The degree is appropriate for a student interested in research or considering continuing for a PhD degree.
Non-Thesis: This degree is designed to allow a student to obtain an MS degree in 2 years but, in some cases, can be completed in as few as 18 months. It is intended for students pursuing careers in industry or those who have already begun their careers. Many non-thesis students work full-time and attend college part-time.
The Director of Graduate Programs serves as academic advisor, and independent project work under a faculty mentor fulfills MAE 586 requirements. |
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| Accelerated Tracks | Accelerated 5-year Bachelor/Masters (ABM) |
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Distance Education |
Available for non-thesis only. Learn more about Engineering Online |
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| How To Apply | Apply to the Graduate School at NC State |
| About | The Doctor of Philosophy degree is pursued by outstanding students with an intense interest in independent study and research. It consists of advanced coursework beyond the master’s degree, a written and oral comprehensive preliminary examination, extended and in-depth research, a written dissertation, and a final oral defense of the research. |
| Degree Programs | |
| Credit hours required | 72 |
| Program overview |
With Prior MS:
Direct-to-PhD: The MAE department gives admission directly into the PhD program from the BS degree for those who are highly qualified. A minimum GPA of 3.5 is a strict requirement for this path.
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| How To Apply | Apply to the Graduate School at NC State |
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MAE Graduate Office
We are looking forward to supporting you! The best contact for common topics are specified below.
Dr. Kate Saul
Director of Graduate Programs
Professor, Assoc. Department Head
ksaul@ncsu.edu
Contact for:
-Academic advising
Summer Fulcher
Graduate Program Manager
mae_gradoffice@ncsu.edu
Contact for:
-Current students
-Processing of forms and contracts (including getting DGP signature)
-Enrollment assistance
-Graduation
Brandon Jones
Graduate Services Assistant
mae_gradadmission@ncsu.edu
Contact for:
-Prospective and new students
-Admissions
-ABM Program