Aerospace Engineering · District of Columbia
Aerospace Engineering colleges in District of Columbia
CampusPin lists 8 U.S. colleges in District of Columbia that offer Aerospace Engineering programs. Compare tuition, acceptance rate, and enrollment in the table below, every figure links back to the institution's official IPEDS data.
Aerospace Engineering applies aerodynamics, propulsion, structures, and control systems to the design of aircraft and spacecraft, suiting students drawn to flight and space vehicles.
Schools in District of Columbia that offer Aerospace Engineering
George Washington University
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$64,990
Acceptance
44%
Enrollment
25,029
Howard University
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$33,344
Acceptance
35%
Enrollment
12,830
Institute of World Politics
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$30,953
Acceptance
65%
Enrollment
8,568
Pontifical John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$30,953
Acceptance
75%
Enrollment
7,082
Strayer University-District of Columbia
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$13,920
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
352
Strayer University-Global Region
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$13,920
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
12,776
The Catholic University of America
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$55,834
Acceptance
84%
Enrollment
5,095
University of the District of Columbia
Washington, DC · University · Public
Tuition
$6,152
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
3,638
Aerospace Engineering programs in District of Columbia: by the numbers
A quick comparison of the 8 schools listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.
Schools listed
8
Public / private
1 / 7
Universities / 2-year
8 / 0
Cities represented
1
In-state tuition range
$6,152–$64,990
Median in-state tuition
$30,953
Lowest published in-state tuition
University of the District of Columbia
$6,152
Most selective
Howard University
35% acceptance
Largest by enrollment
George Washington University
25,029 students
Figures reflect the schools currently listed and each institution's most recent reported data. Verify current tuition and admissions details with the school before applying.
What you'll study in a Aerospace Engineering program
- Calculus, differential equations, and engineering physics
- Aerodynamics and fluid mechanics, including compressible and subsonic/supersonic flow
- Propulsion systems (jet engines, rockets, and gas turbines) and thermodynamics
- Flight mechanics, stability, and aircraft/spacecraft control systems
- Aerospace structures, materials, and finite-element analysis
- Orbital mechanics and astronautics for spacecraft and satellites
- CAD, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and simulation tools
- Wind-tunnel, propulsion, and flight testing in a senior capstone design project
Where a Aerospace Engineering degree can lead
- Aerospace engineers
- Aeronautical Engineer
- Propulsion Engineer
- Spacecraft / Satellite Systems Engineer
- Flight Test Engineer
- Structural Analysis Engineer
Typical pay: Informational only (BLS, 2024 aerospace engineers median $134,830)
An Aerospace Engineering major is typically a bachelor's degree (BS) covering aerodynamics, propulsion, flight mechanics, aircraft and spacecraft structures, materials, and guidance, navigation, and control. Like other engineering BS programs, it builds on a foundation of calculus, differential equations, and physics, and most curricula split into aeronautics (aircraft within the atmosphere) and astronautics (spacecraft and orbital mechanics) tracks, ending in a senior capstone design project.
Graduates design, analyze, test, and certify aircraft, missiles, satellites, launch vehicles, and propulsion systems, often using CAD, computational fluid dynamics, finite-element analysis, and wind-tunnel or flight testing. They work for aircraft and spacecraft manufacturers, defense contractors, airlines, and government agencies such as NASA and the FAA, frequently within teams alongside mechanical, electrical, and systems engineers.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 6.1% employment growth for aerospace engineers from 2024 to 2034, and reports a 2024 median wage of $134,830 for the occupation. The typical entry-level education for these roles is a bachelor's degree.
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