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Bachelor of Civil Engineering Technology

Rochester Institute of Technology

Rochester, United States
5 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Two-year technology diploma in the design and construction of roads, Bridges, Drainage and other infrastructure.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Demonstrate concepts and methods in Civil Engineering Technology to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Year one covers drafting
Construction surveying. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

Engineering assistant
Draftsperson
Estimator
Designer
Town works superintendent
Building inspector
Concrete plant supervisor
Project supervisor

Curriculum

Year one covers drafting
Construction surveying
Concrete technology
Statics
Strength of materials
Mathematics and structural design. Year two covers municipal and road design
Soils
Estimating
Pavements
Construction law
Subdivision design and a project. Three optional four-month co-op work terms.

Entry requirements

Academic

Completion of secondary school (high school diploma or equivalent) with a college-preparatory record: about 4 years English
3 social studies or history
3-4 mathematics and 2-3 science
With specific mathematics and science by college
One recommendation
Portfolio for art and design majors
SAT/ACT optional
English test unless exempt (Duolingo 120
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 79/4.5
PTE Academic 58).

Accepted academic background

Secondary school completion with official transcript, One recommendation letter, Required high school mathematics and science vary by college (e.g. 3-4 years of math), Transfer applicants need college transcripts, Proof of funds of at least 78, 000 USD for the I-20.

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 79 (4.5 on new 6-point scale)
Duolingo 120
PTE Academic 58
IELTS Academic 7

Documents you’ll need

Completed application form
Academic transcripts
Graduation certificate when applicable
Passport copy
English proficiency evidence
Financial documentation
Program-specific supporting materials when required.

How to apply

Check the entry requirements and deadlines: Early Decision I and Early Action 1 Nov
Early Decision II 1 Jan
Regular Decision 15 Jan (official website 2. Apply online through the Common Application or the RIT application. The application fee is 65 USD. Upload transcripts
A recommendation
English test scores (official website and a portfolio where the major requires one. Receive the decision and pay the 500 USD deposit to enrol (1 May for Regular Decision). Submit the declaration of financial support
Obtain the I-20 and apply for the F-1 student visa (official website.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$64,608 USD
Application fee	$65 USD
Deposit	$1,000 USD

Program details

Campus	Rochester
Faculty or school	College of Engineering Technology
Department	Department of Engineering and Built Environment
Teaching language	English
Credit value	128
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	Rochester Institute of Technology may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 Jan 2027
62 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 5 years.