Educational Objectives

•  Students will demonstrate an ability to apply advanced science and engineering concepts to the solution of complex engineering problems.
•  Students will demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively orally and in written form.
•  Students will demonstrate an ability to research, analyze, and/or design complex engineering systems to meet a desired need.

Admission Requirements 

Applicants must have completed a bachelor's in civil engineering or another related engineering discipline. Candidates for admission from other backgrounds are welcomed to apply and should request specific detailed information regarding admission policy and possible leveling courses with the graduate advisor. Students need at least a 3.0 undergraduate grade point average to be considered for admission.  

Recommendations for admission are made on the basis of the following:

• Grade point average in upper-division or graduate work as appropriate.

• Resume or evidence of relevant personal or professional experience.

• Two letters of recommendation

• Research needs of the faculty

• Availability of space in the area of interest.

• Submission of GRE scores is required for applicants who do not have an earned degree in a closely related discipline from a U.S. university. 

• Applicants whose degrees are from non-English speaking institutions are required to demonstrate English proficiency. Please consult the Graduate School website for required scores.

Degree Requirements 

For the Master of Science in Civil Engineering, thesis and non-thesis programs are available. Students enrolled in the thesis program normally take a minimum of 24 hours of coursework plus six (6) hours of CE 5398-CE 5399, Thesis. Non-thesis students follow a 33-hour program which includes credit for CE 5396-CE 5397, Graduate Projects.

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