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Earn a degree in Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics from The University of Alabama.

Courses can be completed online from wherever you are, so you can continue to work full time while earning your degree.

Fill out the form below to learn more about the program of your choice or see how you can apply now. Test scores are temporarily waived, so you may be able to apply sooner than you think!

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The University of Alabama's College of Engineering offers both an MS and a PhD in Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics. Please note that international students must be residing in the US with appropriate visas to be eligible for the Engineering distance programs.

Select a program below to learn more.

Master's Degree in Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics (Online)

Since 1993, the MSAEM program has been offered through distance learning. Long a favorite of military students, this program now graduates military and corporate engineers alike. The MSAEM consists of 30 credit hours offered entirely online. This program does not require a thesis or campus visits.

PhD in Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics (Primarily Online)

One of the first engineering PhDs to be offered online, the Doctor of Philosophy in Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics provides students an opportunity to earn a research-based degree and propose, complete and defend an approved dissertation on a research topic that contributes to the field of aerospace engineering or engineering science and mechanics.

The program is designed for engineering professionals with five or more years of experience within their field who appreciate the use of technology and seek ownership of innovative ideas through research and experience.

Like a traditional program, you will work closely with your faculty adviser, but your coursework will be completed online. Students are required to attend campus for various responsibilities only once a semester.

Through online coursework and affordable tuition, UA Online brings earning a premier degree from The University of Alabama within your reach. Balance your career and other responsibilities while you expand your opportunities.

Premium Degree Programs at a Practical Price

UA Online students benefit from the distance learning tuition rate, passing along the savings of technology-enabled education, and it’s the same rate regardless of state residency! You’re also eligible for financial aid and scholarships to help pay for your education. Many of our programs are top ranked by U.S. News & World Report and others, so you get a world-class education with a tuition rate that fits your budget.

Your First Class Can Be Free!

To help you get started, we offer tuition grant programs that cover the cost of your first class.

Build on Bama

The Build on Bama tuition grant is for UA alumni or anyone who has been referred by a graduate of one of our online programs.

Bama Link

The Bama Link tuition grant is for faculty, staff and students of Alabama community colleges or other select out-of-state community colleges.

Back to Bama

The Back to Bama tuition grant is for former UA students who left UA more than a year ago without graduating.

For each grant, you must be in your first semester of one of our online programs and apply for the grant by the deadline, in addition to meeting the grant-specific requirements.

We also offer scholarships through UA specifically reserved for distance students. For more information about all of these opportunities, please visit our scholarships and grants page.

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The Same Degree

A degree earned online from UA is identical to one earned on our main campus! The online format allows you the flexibility to meet life's other demands while you complete your degree. Graduates of our online programs are invited to participate in the same commencement ceremonies as main campus students.

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Prestigious

Join a community of legends and legends-in-the-making when you earn a degree from The University of Alabama. With graduates around the globe, the University has a robust alumni network who will greet you with that familiar "Roll Tide" when they find out you're part of the family.

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Military Friendly

The University of Alabama is a Top 10 Tier 1 Research Institution Military Friendly® School and unlimited Yellow Ribbon school. We are proud to have served thousands of active military, reservists, veterans and their families from every branch, and we look forward to continuing to partner with this esteemed group as they seek to advance their education.

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Round-the-Clock Technology Support

Our students have access to 24/7 tech support. We recognize that many of our students are balancing the demands of career and family alongside their schoolwork. We want you to feel confident in your ability to complete coursework and submit assignments anytime, around your busy schedule.

Personalized Support From Application to Graduation

Throughout your experience with UA Online, you will have access to personalized support — from an admissions counselor who’s an expert on the application process to a student success coach who will encourage you and connect you to resources to help you succeed.

Ready to talk to us? Fill out the information request form at the top of this page, and one of our admissions counselors will reach out to you to schedule a chat!

You Decide the Timeline

With few exceptions, our online degree programs are available in a work-at-your-own-pace format. Within each course, assignment deadlines vary, but you get to decide how many courses you want to take each semester to complete your degree. Undergraduate degree program completion times depend on how many hours you transfer in, but most students finish in three to six years. Most of our master’s programs can be completed in one to three years and doctoral programs in three to six years, according to your desired pace.

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