Aerospace engineers play a key role in the advancement of society, performing work that touches our lives in countless ways beyond aircraft and spacecraft design alone.
With a stellar reputation and strong research focus that yields real-world results, the University of Minnesota (UMN) Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics (AEM) Department is the premier destination for the next generation of leaders in the industry.
Recent News

Molly Schmitz Nominated for Outstanding Service Award
Schmitz was among 33 colleagues from across the University's College of Science and Engineering to receive a nomination for her exceptional performance and contributions.

AEM Open House Recap
The event offered a glimpse into the AEM major, highlighting opportunities for research, advanced labs, and student groups.

Professor Richard James Featured in CSE Magazine
The University of Minnesota's Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics Professor Richard James has been using origami in fields ranging from aerospace to medical devices.
Who We Are

350
Undergraduate students

100
Graduate students

18
Faculty members
1st
Ranked for a department with less than 20 faculty
2nd
Ranked in research activity and student support
4th
Ranked undergraduate program in the nation
Upcoming Events
Feb
22
Sat
8:30am
NASA’s MN Space Grant Consortium (MnSGC) Student Symposium
(some sessions will also be streamed to
https://umn.zoom.us/j/7261550823)
Feb
28
Fri
2:30pm