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Master of Civil Engineering in MS
- Louisville, United States
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
Research-oriented civil engineering master's for practising professionals.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop knowledge of Civil Engineering in MS
- apply quantitative reasoning
- evaluate technical problems and communicate engineering solutions. These are indicative educational outcomes inferred from the field of study
- not a published outcomes statement.
Career outcomes
- Potential pathways related to Civil Engineering in MS include engineering-related technical roles
- project support
- research and further study. Individual roles may require further training
- licensing or professional experience
- employment is not guaranteed.
Curriculum
- Designed for civil engineering professionals
- small classes and laboratories in each major technical area support the degree. Full degree requirements are listed in the UT San Antonio catalog.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor degree from an accredited institution (credential evaluation for foreign degrees)
- Minimum GPA 2.75 for unconditional admission (programmes often higher
- E.g. 3.0)
- Two recommendation letters
- English IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79 or Duolingo 105 unless exempt
- Programme-specific requirements.
Minimum GPA
2.75
Accepted academic background
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) from an institutionally accredited institution with credential evaluation for foreign degrees, Two recommendation letters, Programme-specific requirements
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79 (4.0 on new 1-6 scale
- Duolingo 4.0 per skill
- PTE Academic tests from 2026-01-21)
Documents you’ll need
- University Transcripts
- Personal Statement
- Recommendation Letters
How to apply
- Check the programme page for deadline and requirements. Apply online through the Graduate School
- or the programme's centralised service where listed (NursingCAS
- CSDCAS
- SOPHAS)
- pay the 65 USD fee (30-40 USD for centralised services). Upload official transcripts with notarized English translation and credential evaluation (NACES/AICE) for foreign degrees
- recommendation letters and English test scores. Complete any programme-specific items. Receive the offer
- then the I-20 and apply for the F-1 visa with proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $15,684 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $65 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Belknap Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | J.B. Speed School of Engineering |
| Department | Civil and Environmental Engineering |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 30 |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Students may be considered for available scholarships or funding if they meet the relevant award criteria, Availability and eligibility should be confirmed with the institution. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $15,684 USD per year. The application fee is $65 USD. The estimated living cost is $13,446 USD.
The minimum GPA is 2.75. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79 (4.0 on new 1-6 scale, Duolingo 4.0 per skill, PTE Academic tests from 2026-01-21).