Overview

Graduates gain competencies in space systems engineering and design - level knowledge of the concepts, technologies and processes associated with aerospace systems requirements.

The Space Systems Engineering program at the Morehead State University places an emphasis on astronautics, emphasizing satellite design and development, particularly in the areas of satellite systems, (i.e. communications, command and data handling, attitude determination and control, thermal systems and power systems), nanosatellites, space mission operations and ground station technologies.

Career Opportunities

The aerospace industry supports over 15 million high quality American jobs and has experienced eight consecutive years of growth.

Fifteen percent of the US GDP is now related to aerospace ,and as of 2013, aerospace is the number one manufactured export in Kentucky.

Programme Structure

Courses include

Space Mission Analysis and Design

Thermal and Structural Analysis

Linear Systems

Advanced Processor Systems

Modeling and Simulation

Advanced Space Communication

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-02 00:00:00 , International

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International student admission for summer session is based on course availability.

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Morehead, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A one-time non-refundable $30 application processing fee is required.

A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on the baccalaureate degree-awarding final transcript or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on the master's degree-awarding final transcript for those who have completed a previous master's degree from a regionally-accredited institution of higher education is required.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

20628 USD / year

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Out-of-State

20628 USD / year

≈ 20628 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

20628 USD / year

≈ 20628 USD / year

Living costs

Morehead

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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