Where to study propulsion (AE)

[Zernhelt]

I'm not sure what the rules of this forum are, whether this kind of a post is okay, but whatever.

I'm about to enter my senior year studying Mechanical Engineering (with an Aerospace concentration) at GWU. I'm interested in going on to get a masters and possibly a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, concentrating on propulsion (I'm torn between hypersonics and rockets, with electric propulsion as a third choice, but not ruled out).

I'm curious if anyone has any suggestions for schools to look into. Both first tier (like MIT) and second tier.

[mrand0427]

yes, check out the programs on this list -- all first/second tier programs:

http://www.topgradprograms.com/search/r ... propulsion

Good luck!

[anese]

yes, check out the programs on this list -- all first/second tier programs:

http://www.topgradprograms.com/search/r ... propulsion

Good luck!

Just a note--I'm not sure how reliable those lists are. I looked up some programs and noticed that the site lists some Ivy programs as top, when I know for certain that they don't even come close. I also noticed that for some degree fields, there was a lack of reputable public/private universities that are known to have some of the most prestigious programs, and instead Ivy institutions are listed.

Grain of salt, etc...