Stanford undergraduates may work simultaneously toward a bachelor's and a master's degree. The degrees may be granted simultaneously or the bachelor's degree may be awarded first.
Stanford undergraduates who wish to continue their studies for the Master of Science degree in the coterminal program must have a declared major and have earned a minimum of 120 units towards graduation. This includes allowable advanced placement (AP) and transfer credit.
For university coterminal degree program rules, visit the coterm section of the Registar's website. New coterm students should be sure that all paperwork is completed in a timely fashion to ensure the appropriate transfer of undergraduate coursework toward the MS program. More information is on the University Registrar's website.
Application deadlines
Please stop by the Aero/Astro Student Services Office to pick up the department-specific Aero/Astro coterminal program application. The application is on the wall of forms.
A completed application (including letters of recommendation, transcripts and GRE scores) must be received no later than the fourth Friday of the quarter prior to the expected completion of their undergraduate degree. This is normally the fourth Friday of winter quarter prior to spring quarter graduation. Stanford undergraduates with any major who are interested in learning more about receiving an Aero/Astro master's degree as a coterm should review the information on the University Registrar's website and visit the Aero/Astro Student Services Office. Your application will consist of the following:
Coterm application checklist
- Application and fee ($125)
- Statement of purpose
- Letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcript
- GRE general results
Statement of purpose
Your statement of purpose should identify personal and professional goals. It should also discuss your development to date and your intentions relative to graduate study and life beyond Stanford. The Aero/Astro Graduate Admissions Committee reads your statement of purpose with interest because, along with the letters of recommendation, it offers insight into who you are as an individual. Your statement of purpose should not exceed two pages in length (single spaced).
Letters of recommendation
Two Stanford faculty letters of recommendation are required. Please see the paper application for information.
Transcripts
Please submit one unofficial transcript with your application, or you may submit an official electronic transcripts can be sent to aa-admissions@stanford.edu.
GRE general results
GRE general results must be from an examination taken within the last five years. No GRE Subject test is required. Official results must be sent electronically by ETS to Stanford. Our institution code for ETS reporting is 4704. You do not need a department code.
Application questions?
Email: patrickf@stanford.edu
Telephone: (650) 723-2757
Office hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to noon and 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
