The OSU School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering offers Bachelor of Science degrees in mechanical (BSME), and aerospace (BSAE) engineering. A premedical option is also offered. These are all fully accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology under the criteria established for Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering programs. 

At the graduate level, Master's and Ph.D. degrees allow the student to specialize in a wide variety of relevant technical topics. The School is one of the largest degree-granting units in the College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology. Mechanical and aerospace engineers are key professionals in the invention, design and manufacture of devices, vehicles, machines and systems that meet the changing needs of our society.

Mechanical engineers may also apply their expertise to producing, using and conserving all forms of energy. Aerospace engineers apply their expertise to solving problems in high-speed ground transportation, environmental pollution, and meteorology, as well as being the key professionals in the design and manufacture of air and space vehicles for transportation, exploration and military purposes.