Civil Engineering (M.S.)

Location(s): Brookings Main Campus

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Program Coordinator/Contact

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

Program Information

The Master of Science in Civil Engineering (MSCE) program provides students with advanced education across key civil engineering disciplines, including environmental, geotechnical, structural, transportation, and water resources engineering. The MSCE program integrates coursework, engineering design, and research to prepare graduates to develop innovative solutions that enhance the safety, resilience, and sustainability of civil infrastructure systems.

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 iBT: 4
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 .