Grad students recognized for research across aerospace disciplines
AE alum selected to be NASA astronaut candidate
- News
- September 22, 2025
Undergrad team creates tool to repair International Space Station
- News
- September 12, 2025
Carroll and Ansell: Illinois Grainger entrepreneurs fueled by innovation
- News
- September 8, 2025
Aerospace grad students receive awards
- News
- September 4, 2025
Your journey in aerospace engineering begins here.
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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.
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.
We're ranked in the top 10 by the most recent US News & World Report Rankings
#5
Illinois Undergraduate Engineering Program
#6
Undergraduate Aerospace Engineering Program
#7
Graduate Aerospace Engineering Program