Civil Engineering

Master of Engineering (M.E.) – Civil Engineering

Civil Engineering

Degree Overview

With an ever-growing population, today's civil engineers face the challenge of building and maintaining a sustainable infrastructure. One of our most critical resources is water, and the Master of Engineering – Civil Engineering program prepares you to tackle the evolving water concerns and other infrastructure issues facing future generations.

Colorado State University is a leader in water-related issues and one of the few institutions providing an online graduate degree in civil engineering with a focus on water resources and management. Offered through the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, this degree program will give you a strong understanding of modern design, testing, and analysis techniques and a practical and cutting-edge knowledge of water resources.

Through your coursework, you will master concepts in:

  • Water control and measurement
  • Physical and engineering hydrology
  • Water resources planning, management, and systems analysis
  • Environmental monitoring
  • Geographic information systems (GIS)
  • Infrastructure management and security
  • Linear programming and network flows

Flexibility within the program allows you to complete the degree while maintaining current employment or provide you with the ability to travel while enrolled.

Requirements

A minimum of 30 semester credits must be completed, with at least 21 credits earned at Colorado State University after formal admission and at least 24 credits at the 500-level or above earned at CSU. No thesis is required. Learn more about the degree requirements

Curriculum

The curriculum for this Master of Engineering program is focused on water resource management. Learn more about the curriculum

Military personnel, spouses of active military, and veterans admitted to a College of Engineering online degree program may be eligible for a 15% tuition discount. Tuition discounts can only be given if you provide the appropriate discount code at the time of registration.

Call (877) 491-4336 or email onlineplus_registration@colostate.edu to learn more.

Career Opportunities

Civil engineers with a focus in water resource management are needed throughout the global marketplace. Consulting firms, industrial firms, and government agencies want engineers with advanced training in water resource engineering, systems analysis and optimization, hydrology, hydraulics, and civil engineering infrastructure. By becoming a more environmentally educated engineer, you will be well-situated to pursue these positions, helping with areas such as water purification, flow, containment, and transport. Learn more about career opportunities

How to Apply

Applicants are required to have a B.S. in engineering from a regionally-accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0. (GPA exceptions may be made for students who are applying through Track II Admission.) GRE scores are not required. Find out how to apply

The Learning Experience

You will learn through online presentations and lectures, which are supplemented by assignments, readings, and online interaction and discussion with faculty and fellow students. Find out more about the learning experience

Questions? Ask us.

We'll be in touch within 2 business days.

- or contact -

Jenny Hannifin
(970) 491-2665
jenny.hannifin@colostate.edu

Receive periodic emails about this program.

Before applying or for academic advising questions:

Laurie Alburn
Civil Engineering
(970) 491-5844
laurie.alburn@colostate.edu

Degree at a Glance

Delivery

Online. On-campus attendance is not required to complete this program.

Total credits

Plan C – 30 credits

Tuition

$645 per credit
(financial aid and military discount available)

Time frame

Can be completed in three to four years. Program duration may vary based on previous coursework, intensity of study, and course availability. Most students enroll in one course per semester. Summer courses are not required.

Designed for

Engineers who want to further their careers with industrial firms and governmental agencies; those interested in teaching and research; those who want to pursue a career in private practice.

What you will earn

You will earn the same regionally-accredited Colorado State University degree that a student on the Fort Collins campus is awarded. Your diploma and transcript are identical to those awarded to on-campus students.