Dr. Mike Gruntman

Professor

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Biography

Mike Gruntman is a Professor in the Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering at the University of Southern California. His academic career focuses on astronautics, spacecraft mission design, and space physics. He is recognized for his research in space instrumentation, propulsion, and orbital debris management, contributing to over 300 scholarly publications and authoring six books. He has been involved in educational initiatives, including popularizing his work through short videos that have garnered over a million views on platforms like YouTube. In addition to his academic achievements, Gruntman is a member of the International Academy of Astronautics and has received numerous awards for his contributions to engineering education and research.

Research Interests

Experience

Director, Master of Science in Astronautical Engineering

— Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Director of the Master of Science program focusing on Astronautical Engineering.

Awards

#2020

Citation

#2020

Certificate of Appreciation

#2017

Distinguished Educator Award

#2011

NASA Group Achievement Award

#2006

International Academy Astronautics Luigi Napolitano Award

#2001

NASA Group Achievement Award

#2000

NASA Group Achievement Award

#1999

USC Viterbi School of Engineering Exceptional Service Award

#1998

Certificate

#1997

Certificate of Appreciation

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • GRE General scores
  • TOEFL scores (International)
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Personal Statement
Specialization Notes

Requires general GRE for all graduate degrees.