Program: Civil Engineering (M.S.) - South Dakota State University

2024-2025 Graduate Catalog

Apr 06, 2025

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Program Coordinator/Contact

Nadim Wehbe, Department Head
Guanghui Hua, Professor/Graduate Coordinator
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Crothers Engineering Hall 310, Box 2219
605-688-5427

Program Information

The MSCE program offers courses, design, and research activities within Civil and Environmental Engineering that are related to structural, transportation, geotechnical, water resources, hydrology, hydraulics and environmental engineering, as well as engineering mechanics. Students can pursue an M.S. degree under a thesis or non-thesis option.

Course Delivery Format

The program offers course, design, and research activities within Civil and Environmental Engineering that are related to structural, transportation, geotechnical, water resources, hydrology, hydraulics, and environmental engineering, as well as areas of engineering mechanics in classroom, laboratory, and field based settings.

Available Options for Graduate Degrees

Master of Science	Thesis	30 Credit Hours
	Non-Thesis	30 Credit Hours

Core Requirements

CEE 700-Level Electives Credits: 6

Select one of the following options

Thesis

CEE 702 - Graduate Colloquium Credits: 2
CEE 798 - Thesis (COM) Credits: 1-9 (7 credits required)
Electives Credits: 15

Non-Thesis

Electives Credits: 24

Total Required Credits: 30 (Thesis & Non-Thesis)

Additional Admission Requirements

GRE: Not required
TOEFL: 71 Internet-based
TOEFL Essentials: 7.5
IELTS: 6.0
Duolingo: 100

Two letters of recommendation with at least one from an individual who can address the applicant’s technical knowledge background and ability to perform research, a research statement or statement of interest area intent, and transcripts are required.

Accelerated Master’s Program

The accelerated master’s program will be available to eligible SDSU students. Up to twelve (12) graduate level credits may apply to the undergraduate degree as major requirements or electives with approval from the student’s academic advisor, department head/school director, and college dean. Students must follow SDSU Policy 2:22 Use of Graduate Credit for Undergraduate Degree Requirements.

General Requirements

Graduate students should consult with their advisor before registering for graduate coursework. For additional information, refer to the Master’s Degree Requirements .

Civil Engineering (M.S.)

Location(s): Brookings Main CampusClose