CalMaster of Science in Space EngineeringCalifornia Institute of Technology · Pasadena, California, United States

Program Overview

Degree: Master's
Duration: 12 months
Tuition: $68,574
Fields: Aerospace Engineering

Application Cycle

Dates and tuition are specific to the 2027 intake

Application opens: Oct 15, 2026
Application deadline: Dec 15, 2026

Documents Required

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Statement of purpose

Published Score Requirements

Academic: Bachelor's degree; Baccalaureate equivalent to Caltech's; thorough undergraduate math, physics, and engineering science background expected.
Prerequisites: Relevant academic background; Preparation must support research and advanced study in the chosen graduate option; see option catalog regulations and faculty research areas.
Prerequisites: Technical preparation; Thorough undergraduate background in mathematics, physics, and engineering science. One-year coursework M.S. (Space Engineering track; no research/thesis requirement).
GRE: Optional; Optional for aerospace admissions (catalog/GSO). Priority to Ph.D.-bound applicants. One-year coursework program with Space Engineering track requirements.

Historical admission data is not published.

Source

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Official transcript(s)

From each college or university attended; official electronic copy or online grade report for review. Official Registrar transcripts required before enrollment if admitted.