Overview
The Rowan University Rocketry Team participates in the Spaceport America Cup, the world's largest intercollegiate rocket engineering competition, which will take place in June 2025. Each year, over 150 schools from around the globe gather in New Mexico to compete, with thousands of students, faculty, and industry professionals in attendance. This event provides a unique opportunity for students to apply their knowledge by designing, building, and launching rockets.
Our Mission
Our mission for this year's competition is to construct a sounding rocket capable of exceeding an altitude of 10,000 feet. The team is organized into six specialized sub-teams—airframe, avionics, payload, recovery, propulsion, and operations/logistics. Each sub-team plays a critical role in the development process, from structural design to data transmission and safe recovery, ensuring the success of our rocket.
Beyond the technical aspects, the project fosters hands-on learning and professional development in areas such as problem-solving, teamwork, and project management. By engaging with real-world aerospace applications, our team members acquire essential skills for careers in the aerospace industry, gaining both practical experience and a solid foundation in rocket science.
About Us
Rowan Rocketry is a student organization dedicated to the advancement of rocketry and aerospace engineering. Our mission is to provide students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of aerospace engineering and to foster a community of like-minded individuals who are passionate about space exploration.