Civil Engineering

How to Apply

Before applying to the degree program, it is strongly recommended that you contact the program coordinator well in advance of the application deadline to understand and fulfill all requirements.

• Minimum Admission Requirements
• Step 1 – Apply Online
• Step 2 – Submit Application Materials
• Application Deadlines
• Additional Information

Minimum Admission Requirements

The Civil Engineering (M.E.) degree requires you to have the following, at a minimum:

• B.S. in engineering (no exceptions allowed).
• 3.0 GPA in undergraduate degree from a regionally-accredited institution (exceptions may be made for students who are applying through Track II Admission).
• GRE scores are not required.

Note that meeting the minimum department standards does not ensure admission to the program. Admission to Colorado State University graduate programs is based on a number of factors, including prior academic and professional experience and the personal statement.

Before your application for graduate study is considered, all application materials must be received by the department.

Step 1 – Apply Online

• Complete the online graduate application form and pay the $50 application fee, payable with a major credit card.
  • Select "Engineering (Civil Engineering) ME - Distance" when choosing the program of study.

Step 2 – Submit Application Materials

Gather all of the following materials and submit to the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering:

• Professional resume or vita
  You may include this in the online application process, email it as an attachment to laurie.alburn@colostate.edu, or submit a paper copy.

U.S. News and World Report has ranked Colorado State University among the top schools in 2012 for its online graduate degrees. The Engineering programs, including Biomedical, Civil, Mechanical, and Systems earned exceptionally high marks this year.

• Statement of Purpose
  The statement of purpose is typically 1-2 pages and briefly describes your background, educational goals, research interests, and why you would be a good fit in the program.
  
  You may include this in the online application process, email it as an attachment to laurie.alburn@colostate.edu, or submit a paper copy.
• Official Transcript
  Include one official transcript of all collegiate work completed from every institution attended, whether or not you received a degree from those institutions. Transcripts from Colorado State University are not required. Transcripts must be submitted in a sealed university envelope.
• Three Letters of Recommendation
  It is recommended that letters come from faculty, supervisors or others who can accurately speak to your skills as an engineer, scientist, researcher, and student.
  
  Important: Letters may be mailed or emailed as an attachment to laurie.alburn@colostate.edu, but must come directly from the recommender.

International Applicants Only

International applicants must include the following items in addition to those listed above:

• Official Transcript Translations
  If transcripts are in a language other than English, ensure official copies include a certified translation into English.
• TOEFL Scores
  • Submit official TOEFL scores directly from ETS. Photocopies are not accepted.
  • The ETS institution code for CSU is 4075.
  • It generally takes 3-6 weeks for ETS to send the scores to CSU, so allow plenty of time.
  • The minimum score for applicants is 550 (213 on the computer-based test).
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) scores are also accepted with a minimum score requirement of 6.0.
  
  Generally, applicants may be exempted from the TOEFL or IELTS requirement if the official language of your country is English or if you have recently earned a degree at an American university. If you have questions about whether you qualify for this exemption, contact the Graduate School.

Sending Application Materials

Any materials that cannot be submitted online should be sent to the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering address below. Please send all your materials to the department, and they will forward materials appropriately:

Graduate Admissions
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
ATTN: Laurie Alburn
1372 Campus Delivery
Fort Collins, CO 80523-1372

You will receive confirmation from the department that your complete application has been received. Your application is then reviewed by the admissions committee, and, in about two weeks, you will receive written notification from the Graduate School of your admission decision.

Application Deadlines

Students may be admitted for the fall or spring semester. Summer admission is not available.

Additional Information

• Applying to the Graduate School
• Graduate School Forms and Documentation
• Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering