BS in aerospace MS in applied physics

[HRishabh]

I am an international student studying Aerospace engineering in undergrad with a plan to do BS in physics too in US. I am really interested in Fluid mechanics, plasma physics and those stuffs but my university doesn't offer any of those and hence the reason I took aero and physics. But I am planning too do applied physics for my grad if I get into columbia or Havard(my dream colleges). Does it seem like a good plan?? And what more would you guys suggest so that I can get into those. Like GRE, research. And will they accept me if I am from engineering major.
And please suggest what kind of electives I should take in my physics. I have 17 hours of them. Unfortunately there isn't many electives in Aero.
plus I am in honors college too.

 

[wilsont23274]

It sounds like you have a good plan for pursuing your interests in fluid mechanics, plasma physics, and related fields. Taking courses in applied physics at the graduate level would be a great way to build on your knowledge of these areas. As for getting into a top school, the best advice is to take advantage of opportunities to do research or get involved with other projects that demonstrate your interest in the subject and your capability for advanced work. GRE scores are also important, so make sure you prepare well for that.For electives, you could look into courses such as Computational Physics, Plasma Physics, Fluid Dynamics, Electricity and Magnetism, Quantum Mechanics, Thermodynamics, and Optics. These should provide a good foundation for further study in the field. Good luck!