Before You Apply
Key Requirements
Note: This is a partial list. If you meet these 3 basic requirements, we invite you to explore the full list at How to Apply.
- A bachelor's degree in civil engineering, or a related field (e.g., another engineering discipline, physical sciences, or mathematics). Please Note: For students entering the program without a master's degree, an additional two semesters are typically required to complete the necessary MS-level coursework before proceeding with the PhD curriculum.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0-point scale in both:
- Your overall cumulative GPA
- Math, science, and engineering coursework
- A prospective PhD advisor who is open to mentoring you in your area of study
We strongly recommend identifying a prospective PhD advisor before applying to our program. To start this process, review the profiles of our core faculty. When reaching out to faculty, please include your detailed CV/resume, photocopies of transcripts, and sample publications, if available. Faculty members actively recruiting new students will respond to your inquiry if they consider you a good fit for their research group.