Integrated Degree Program

Eligible students will meet the following requirements:

• Enrolled in the Aerospace Engineering & Mechanics undergraduate program at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities.
• Meet a cumulative GPA minimum of 3.5 at the end of spring semester of junior year
• Submit a viable 1 year plan with their faculty advisor that aligns with the IDP senior year plan. 
• Must complete and be awarded the undergraduate degree within 4 years (8 semesters) for students who started at the University as freshmen or 3 years (6 semesters) for students who transferred from another institution.

• Students will apply through the Graduate School application portal - including application fee and transcripts.
• Applicants should complete the application only through the Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics section. IDP applicants do not need to submit a personal statement, DOVE statement, or letters of recommendation.
• Applications only accepted for fall semester.
• Applications will be reviewed and students notified of decision by mid-June. 

• Applications open March 1st
• Deadline to apply is May 1st
• Applicants notified of decision by mid-June

• Students can transfer up to 10 credits taken during their senior year towards their master’s degree.
• Credits cannot apply to both the undergraduate and graduate degrees (i.e., no “double-dipping”).
• Credits for a course cannot be split between the undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
• Up to 8 of the 10 credits that transfer to the graduate program can be taken at the 4000-level (provided they are not applying to undergraduate degree requirements). 
• Undergraduate and graduate degrees cannot be awarded simultaneously. Students must complete their undergraduate degree within 4 years before beginning the graduate program. 

• Complete 30 credits of coursework composed of 14 credits in AEM, and a minimum of 3 credits in a related field, such as mathematics or mechanical engineering. 
• Maintain a cumulative GPA higher than 2.8 at the end of the program.
• AEM Colloquium attendance: Students must register for at least 2 semesters of AEM Seminar (AEM 8000). A maximum of 4 total seminar credits can be applied, as long as the additional 2 credits are not AEM 8000.
• Please note there are no changes to either of the requirements of these degrees, but this program allows work on both degrees to overlap in time for one year.

Q: Are there funding opportunities once I’m in the graduate program? 

A: Departmental funding is not available. MS students are expected to self-fund their graduate program. Students can pursue funding opportunities outside of the department. 

Q: Can I use 5000-level courses that I am using to meet undergraduate requirements to also satisfy my graduate requirements?

A: No. Only 4000 and 5000-level courses that are not counting towards the undergraduate degree can transfer into the graduate program (up to 10 credits total). 

Q: Can I transfer credits taken prior to enrolling into the Integrated Degree Program?

A: No. Only courses taken after enrolling in the program (during senior year) are eligible for transfer. 

Q: My cumulative GPA is below a 3.5, can I still apply?

A: No. Students must have at least a 3.5 overall GPA in order to apply. Please consult with your adviser about resources that could help improve your GPA to make you eligible by the end of your junior year.