Our Master of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering program allows you to build extensive expertise in a specialized concentration within one of our focus areas. Challenging interdisciplinary coursework and a collaborative, supportive community provide you with a comprehensive and well-rounded learning experience.

The Master’s in Civil and Environmental Engineering is a coursework-based program where students gain advanced foundational knowledge in the field, in addition to professional development opportunities and pipelines to further graduate studies. Applied Study MS students will also complete an internship, allowing them to apply their education in industrial, government, or research settings and gain professional experience.

Graduates who earned their MS in CEE go on to work in a variety of sectors in companies like Amazon, Tesla, and more. Explore the interactive dashboard from the CMU Career and Professional Development Center for information about post-graduation destinations and salaries.

Program requirements

To earn your master’s degree, you'll need to complete 96 units successfully including 60 core CEE courses. Students, with the guidance of their faculty mentor, have the flexibility to design a personalized schedule within one of our CEE focus areas or create their own unique graduate journey that aligns with their career goals and aspirations.

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Program information
Units required Length of program Unit requirements
96 total units 3 semesters 36 to 48 units per semester are required for full-time students
An accelerated schedule for students interested in completing the program in two semesters is available. Part-time and non-degree enrollment options are also available to non-traditional students. Contact your advisor for more information.