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Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering

Launch Your Career in Aerospace Engineering

UHCL's Aerospace Engineering B.S. program offers a unique opportunity to study near the heart of the aerospace industry, with NASA's Johnson Space Center, the Houston Spaceport, and numerous major aerospace companies just miles away. The first and only undergraduate aerospace program within 100 miles, our program is also one of only five in Texas, providing students with unparalleled access to cutting-edge facilities and industry partnerships.

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Now Accepting Transfer Students

We're excited to welcome transfer students for Fall 2026. If you've started your college journey elsewhere, you can continue it here and stay on track toward your degree. For the 2026–2027 academic year, courses will be available at the freshman, sophomore, and junior levels.

Program Highlights

Location Advantage: Proximity to NASA and other major aerospace companies like Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and Intuitive Machines, offering students unmatched internship and employment opportunities.
Hands-On Experience: Engage in practical labs and real-world projects, including capstone projects and collaborative research initiatives. Courses such as Aerospace Materials, Aerodynamics, and Spacecraft Controls provide hands-on learning experiences.
Industry-Driven Curriculum: Our curriculum covers essential topics like aerodynamics, aerospace design, propulsion systems, and more, ensuring students acquire skills relevant to the industry.
Smaller Class Sizes: Benefit from a low student-to-faculty ratio, enabling personalized guidance and mentorship from experienced faculty.
Advanced Learning Opportunity: To further their education, graduates of the program can enroll in the University of Houston's Aerospace Engineering Master of Science program.

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Career Outcomes

Graduates of UHCL's Aerospace Engineering program are well-equipped for a variety of roles in the rapidly growing aerospace sector. According to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics 2023 data, aerospace engineers can earn $130,720 per year, or $68.25 an hour. The profession is also projected to grow by 6% through 2033, which is faster than average for all occupations. In 2023, employers listed 68,900 aerospace engineer position vacancies.

Employers in the Region

Accenture
AccuFleet International
All Nippon Airways Co., Ltd.
Axiom Space
Baylor College of Medicine
Boeing
Bristow Group
CenterPoint Energy
Collins Aerospace
Deloitte
GLMV Architecture
Honeywell
HX Ventures
Intuitive Machines
Interstellar Lab
Jacobs
KBR
Lockheed Martin
MDA Space
Nanoracks
Oceaneering International
RS&H
Shell
Southwest Airlines Co.
Tietronix Software
United Airlines
Venus Aerospace

Ready to Take Off? Apply to UHCL's Aerospace Engineering program and be part of the future of flight and space exploration.

Accreditations and Distinctions

The program is also accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). This means that the university has complied with the standards contained in the Principles of Accreditation: Foundations for Quality Enhancement and with the policies and procedures of the Commission on Colleges.

The aerospace engineering program will apply for accreditation from the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET as soon as the first student graduates from the program, which is the earliest opportunity that ABET allows.

Application Deadlines

For undergraduate student admissions information, please visit How to Apply.

Fall

Freshman - July 15
Transfer - August 1
International Freshman - June 1
International Transfer - July 15

Spring

Freshman - November 1
Transfer - December 1
International Freshman - October 1
International Transfer - December 15

Summer

Freshman - March 1
Transfer - May 1
International Transfer - May 1

International Students

For information regarding international student admissions, please visit International Admissions & Student Services.

Aerospace Engineering B.S. Admission Requirements

For the 2026-2027 academic year, only freshman through junior-level classes will be offered.

Auto-Admission Criteria Freshman Requirements

All new incoming first-year undergraduate students with 0-14 college credit hours or students entering college for the first time after high school graduation. Not currently available to F-1 international students, pending SEVP approval.

For admission into the Aerospace Engineering program applicants must meet the following minimum criteria.

Freshman Aerospace Engineering applicant criteria table
Class Rank	SAT	SAT EBRW (Reading and Writing)	ACT, Composite	ACT, English	ACT, Mat
Top 10%	No Min	No Min	No Min	No Min	No Min
11% - 25%	1120	560	22	22	23
26% - 50%	1170	580	24	23	24
51% - 75%	1210	580	25	23	26
All Others	1250	580	260	23	28
No Class Rank / No Test Scores Available	Students without a class rank or test scores will be reviewed based on CGPA: High School CGPA of 3.25 and higher – Direct Admission into Aerospace Engineering, BS program. High School CGPA of below 3.24 – Students who meet UHCL regular admission criteria can be admitted as Pre-Engineering.

Recommended preparation courses for Aerospace Engineering include completion of the following either in high school or through dual credit:

Precalculus (MATH 2412) and/or Calculus (MATH 2413)

Auto-Admission Criteria Transfer Students and Major Changes for Current Students

All new incoming transfer undergraduate students that have completed 15 or more college hours after high school graduation.

To be considered for admission into the Aerospace Engineering, BS program, students must meet the GPA requirements shown
in the table below and must have credit for (can include AP credit).

GPA requirements table for Aerospace Engineering transfer and current students changing majors
Required GPA Type	Required GPA*
All college level work attempted	2.50
All Calculus courses and math course with calculus prerequisites	2.50
All college level science courses required by major (CHEM 1311/1111, PHYS 2425, PHYS 2426)	2.50
All college level non-remedial English courses	2.33
All college level engineering courses	2.50

*In the calculation of each GPA, the most recent attempt taken at any institution is used - even if a higher grade was earned in a prior attempt.

Prerequisites: In the courses below, a grade of "C" or better is required for admission, but a grade of "C+" or better is required to transfer for course credit.

MATH 2413 - Calculus I
MATH 2414 - Calculus II
CHEM 1311 and 1111 - General Chemistry with Lab
PHYS 2425 - University Physics I with Lab

Degree Requirements

Understanding the classes you need to take for your degree at University of Houston-Clear Lake is crucial to planning out your education. The buttons below will allow you to view the full degree requirements and give you an understanding of your academic experience. If you are currently attending a community college in Texas, click on the "Transfer Guide" button to view what classes can be taken at your local community college, and transferred to UHCL to complete your degree.

Aerospace Engineering, B.S.