Graduate Programs

Advance

your education
and the field of engineering
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How Will You

Make Your Mark?

Pursuing a graduate degree in civil and environmental engineering positions you to change the world. Will you provide consultation to the largest infrastructure corporations in the world? Will you revolutionize the treatment of graywater or find the perfect formula for sustainable cement? You may join academia contributing life-long research. Whatever your path, your legacy begins here.

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Master's Degree Programs

We offer a Master of Science degree with a thesis option or non-thesis option. We also offer a Master of Engineering degree.
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Doctorate Degree Program

We offer a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) for those seeking to enter academia or to become a subject-matter expert in the field.
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Graduate Certificates

We offer three graduate certificates to elevate your professional credentials or help you pivot to a new area of specialization.
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Accelerated Master's Program

We offer a pathway for current CSU civil and environmental engineering undergraduates to take coursework toward both a bachelor's and master's degree.
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Explore our academic subdisciplines

Learn more about the diverse areas Master of Science and Ph.D. students can pursue within civil and environmental engineering:

Working on a Master of Engineering degree? See our M.E. tracks.

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Graduate Admission and Program Details

Prospective students can learn more about our requirements, objectives, and program details.

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Apply Now

Start your graduate application today!

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Advising and Graduate Student Resources

Current students can schedule an appointment with the graduate advisor and access tools to help plan their academic journey.

Looking for Fully Online Graduate Programs and Courses? We've Got You Covered!

Whether you are looking to add a credential or take a single class to expand your knowledge, we have options for both!

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Graduate Assistantships

Our department offers Graduate Teaching Assistantships (GTA) and our faculty offer Graduate Research Assistantships (GRA) based on availability of funds to M.S. and Ph.D. students.

Learn more about our assistantships