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Aerospace Engineering

Part of: The Western-CU Boulder Engineering Partnership Program

Offered as: Major

Degree: Bachelor of Science, Degree from Colorado University Boulder

Related Areas of Study: Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics for Pre-Engineering

Part of: The Western-CU Boulder Engineering Partnership Program

Offered as: Major

Degree: Bachelor of Science, Degree from Colorado University Boulder

Related Areas of Study: Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics for Pre-Engineering

Your aerospace engineering future starts here.

Launch your aerospace engineering career through Western’s partnership with the University of Colorado Boulder. Spend your first two years as a Western student, then complete your degree through CU Boulder—while studying on Western’s Gunnison campus.

This program offers hands-on labs, expert faculty, and real-world classwork to prepare you for a dynamic career in aerospace engineering. With small classes and hands-on learning, you’ll gain the skills to tackle real-world challenges and become the problem-solver your career will rely on.

Aerospace Engineering

Major

A major is your primary field of study, focusing on a specific subject. This differs from a degree, which is the overall qualification you earn (for example, a bachelor’s degree). Your major determines the specialized courses you will take in college.

Scholarships

Scholarships by Department

The Western Colorado University Foundation offers scholarships for this program. Explore eligibility requirements and funding opportunities.

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General Western Scholarships

Western Colorado University offers merit—and need-based scholarships, recognizing achievement, financial need, and special talents.

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Top Skills

Structural Analysis & Materials Science
Computational Modeling
Systems Engineering
Propulsion Systems
Teamwork & Collaboration
Technical Problem-Solving

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Career Pathways

Aircraft Design
Spacecraft & Satellite Engineering
Propulsion & Jet Engine Development
Aerospace Systems & Avionics
Defense & National Security
Research & Development

The Western-CU Boulder Engineering Partnership Program

Interim Director

  • Kevin Terry

  • Interim Director of the Western-CU Boulder Partnership Program

Assistant Director

  • Laurel Fisher

  • Assistant Director of the Western-CU Boulder Partnership Program

Rady Building Administrative Assistant

Contact Information

970.943.2400
radyschool@western.edu

Contact Location

1 Western Way
Gunnison, CO 81231

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