About

Read about alum Ed White taking the first space walk in 1965.

The University of Michigan started the first collegiate aeronautics program in the United States in 1914. Since then, the Department has graduated more than 6,000 aeronautical and aerospace engineers. Both our graduate and undergraduate programs rank among the top 5 public institutions in the nation by U.S. News for 2019.

• History
  With a program marking its centennial year in 2014, Aerospace Engineering has a long and interesting legacy.
• Strategic Planning Statement 
  Foster a culture of innovation in education and research to enable the creation of ideas, knowledge, and practices that will revolutionize aerospace engineering for the benefit of society.
• AERO at a glance
  Facts and figures about the Aerospace Engineering department, its facilities and students.
• Visiting
  We welcome guests and provide tours in our centrally located facilities on U-M’s North Campus.
• Contact Us
  Find the right person to help answer your questions and get you started on the path to Aerospace Engineering.
• Events
  Lectures, seminars, competitions and special events that highlight the innovation and expertise of our engineers.
• News
  Professors, students and research that impact the college – and the world.