What area of Aerospace should I specialize in?

Gator88NE
Wed, 18 Dec 2019 02:03:12 +0000

@MindnHand

The others are much better at answering your questions, but…

Keep in mind that most engineering BS programs don’t offer “specialization”, other than being able to pick a few technical electives. They cram a lot of “core” courses into the curriculum. Specialization (in engineering) really happens in grad school (with a few exceptions).

Also, you’ll have a much better idea of what areas in Aero you like, after your junior year.

If by “specialization” you mean earning a minor or 2nd degree, then you have some options. All of those programs offer minors, in CS, math, physics, etc). Some offer “combined/BS-MS” degree programs, where you can earn your BS and a MS(where you would be doing more specialization). UIUC for example offers a 5 year BS-MS program.

UMN is a little different from the others, in that they offer a dual BS degree program with Aero (they don’t recommend the 2nd degree be Mechanical Engineering). Most engineering programs are rather negative on students earning two BS degrees.
https://cse.umn.edu/aem/undergraduate-degree-requirements

Good Luck!