Virtual Visit

We understand that not every interested student may be able to make it on campus during the week to visit our department for more information. We hope that by publishing these resources and videos online, you may be able to have a better idea of what to expect!

Questions about admission or our undergraduate programs? Visit our FAQs section.

Virtual Visit

Aerospace Materials Lab

This video includes an overview of the materials laboratory. One example is demonstrated to show an experiment run during the undergraduate Aerospace Materials Laboratory course (ASE 324L). This laboratory is also used by research projects at both the undergraduate and graduate level.

Admissions

What is the acceptance rate for this major?

The rate varies year to year, but on average for Aerospace, we end up with about 25% admitted who apply; for Computational, the acceptance rate is about 10%.

What are the minimum requirements to apply?

Admission is handled entirely through the Office of Admissions. They have a very detailed website with answers to many questions online at: https://admissions.utexas.edu/apply

What do you recommend to better the chances for admission?

Admission is handled entirely through the Office of Admissions. As they state on their website, the process of review is very holistic and includes many factors including, in no particular order, class rank, SAT or ACT scores, essays, resume, letters of recommendation, and high school coursework rigor (honors and AP classes).

What is the average SAT score and class rank for admitted students?

For Aerospace, the average SAT score is typically 1450 and the average class rank is typically the top 5%. For Computational, the average SAT score is typically 1480 and the average class rank is typically the top 3%.

Department Information

How many students are in this major?

We typically enroll between 500-550 undergraduate students in aerospace engineering and 100 undergraduate students in computational engineering.

How many women are in this major?

The percentage has grown over the last ten years, but generally averages 20% for both majors.

What is the job placement rate for this major?

For both majors, this rate varies year to year. On average, we have a 94% placement rate. Placement includes both jobs and graduate school. About 20% of our graduates continue in graduate school.

Is there an option for a 5-year Master’s degree?

No, we do not have this option, but it is possible to complete a Master’s degree in one calendar year.

Where do your Aerospace Engineering alumni work upon graduation?

A large range of companies and government agencies hire our graduates in a variety of interdisciplinary fields. We have several companies listed on our website. We also have many alumni profiles you can browse to see what they are doing. 

Do your students have internships or co-op experiences available to them?

Yes! The Cockrell School of Engineering has its own Engineering Career Assistance Center (ECAC). Visiting the ECAC site will give you much more information about opportunities for internships and cooperative education: http://www.engr.utexas.edu/student-life/career-services

Is there an opportunity for hands-on involvement during the degree?

Absolutely. We highly encourage our students to be involved in student projects and organizations from the first day they step foot on campus. 

High Speed Lab

This video includes an overview of the supersonic wind tunnel and the labs that are run in the tunnel during the undergraduate High-Speed Aerodynamics Laboratory course (ASE 162M). Several examples are given for the labs that are run in this tunnel.  This wind tunnel is also used by research projects at both the undergraduate and graduate level.

Low Speed Lab

This video includes an overview of the subsonic wind tunnel and the labs that are run in the tunnel during the undergraduate Low-Speed Aerodynamics Laboratory course (ASE 120K).  Each of the assignments of the lab are highlighted and explained.  This wind tunnel is also used by various student groups and research projects at both the undergraduate and graduate level.

Water Tunnel

This video includes an overview of the low-speed water tunnel and the labs that are run in the tunnel during the undergraduate Low-Speed Aerodynamics Laboratory course (ASE 120K). Several examples are given for the labs that are run in this tunnel. This water tunnel is also used by research projects at both the undergraduate and graduate level.