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Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering - Hypersonics & Space Systems

World-leading doctoral program utilizing the National Aerothermochemistry and Hypersonics Laboratory for scramjet combustion, planetary entry thermodynamics, and autonomous spacecraft dynamics.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites
BS or MS in aerospace or mechanical engineering with 3.5+ GPA; GRE quantitative 160+
English language proficiency
TOEFL 90+ or IELTS 7.0
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
GRE scores required
Thesis / Research statement
Statement of purpose in aerospace research
Recommendation letters
Three letters of recommendation

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend
TEES Graduate Fellowships with 100% tuition remission and $36,000 annual research stipend
Application fee
$90
Tuition / joining costs
Covered by fellowship

Dates and verification

Application deadline
January 15, 2027
Last source review
2026-10-16

Important verification note

Facts reflect official Texas A&M University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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