For Prospective Students of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Discover an Innovative Career at ½ñÈճԹϺÚÁÏ
Our wide variety of programs gives you many different options, whether you know exactly the area you want to focus on or want to explore the field. ½ñÈճԹϺÚÁÏ is a great place to find the particular area of engineering you're interested in – and to gain expert knowledge.
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering offers majors, minors and concentrations for a wide range of undergraduate students, as well as master’s and PhD programs at multiple locations.
When you arrive at ½ñÈճԹϺÚÁÏ, you immediately become part of a small, supportive, collaborative environment where professors and classmates know your name. With the resources of a large research university, ½ñÈճԹϺÚÁÏ provides you with exciting research and leadership opportunities.
Hands-on Learning
What sets ½ñÈճԹϺÚÁÏ apart is the range of excellent hands-on opportunities available to you, including research experiences with world-class faculty members and co-ops and internships where you can apply what you've learned in the classroom.
Kyle Thomson '20 BS in Civil Engineering"A lot of my friends who attended ½ñÈճԹϺÚÁÏ got their dream jobs, and I knew that alumni are strong and involved. Being a student here connected me to a big network of leadership and achievement."
Outcomes
Civil and environmental engineering students embark on a number of paths. Apply your knowledge in an industry career, or continue your journey in graduate school. Our degrees open up a wide variety of pathways. We help you get where you want to go. Among our 2022 graduates:
Depending on major, 94-97% are continuing their education, are currently employed with average starting salaries of $62,400 to $64,800 or pursuing alternative opportunities, such as the armed forces or Peace Corps.
Top Employers and Graduate Schools
Whether aiming for a job right after graduation or continuing their studies, ½ñÈճԹϺÚÁÏ students stand out for their dedication and superior training. Our alumni are employed at top companies across a wide variety of industries. Those who continue their education study at ½ñÈճԹϺÚÁÏ and other highly ranked programs. Read more about our students' success.
Clubs and Organizations
- American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES)
- American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
- ½ñÈճԹϺÚÁÏ Environmental Club
- ½ñÈճԹϺÚÁÏ Garden Club
- ½ñÈճԹϺÚÁÏ Keepers (beekeeping)
- ½ñÈճԹϺÚÁÏ Sustainability Club
- Engineers for International Sustainability (EIS)
- National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
- New York Water Environment Association (NYWEA)
- Sigma Xi - The Scientific Research Society
- Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers (SASE)
- Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)
- Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
- Sustainable Synergy
- Tau Beta Pi - National Engineering Honor Society
Find Your Program
Undergraduate Programs
We help you design an education tailored to what matters to you. Receive an applied education through challenge- and project-based learning. Customize your course of study through a wide choice of minors and concentrations.
- BS in Civil Engineering
- BS in Environmental Engineering
- Architectural and Facilities Engineering Minor
- Environmental Engineering Minor
- Construction Engineering Management Concentration
- Structural Engineering Concentration
- Water Resources Engineering Concentration
Graduate Programs
Make discoveries while looking ahead in your career. Craft a thesis- or project-based program of study. Graduate courses are available on campus and online.