Degrees and Programs

Civil Engineering at SIUE

Our comprehensive program, offered through the School of Engineering, allows students to pursue a graduate degree in civil engineering while gaining expertise in the field. Students may choose a concentration in environmental/water resources, geotechnical, structural or transportation engineering. Whether students are working professionals or full-time students, the graduate program introduces them to the skills and knowledge they need for professional advancement. Students will have opportunities to conduct field and lab-based research, and learn from highly qualified faculty who are experts in their respective fields.

Why earn a master's in civil engineering?

Future professional engineering (PE) licenses might require a Master of Science. Our program prepares students to meet engineering education requirements established by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE).

Improve your ability to take and pass the Practices and Principles of Engineering exam.

• Our graduate program allows you to complete one year of experience toward your PE license, a benefit that does not apply to an MBA. (Learn more.)
• Learn materials relevant to the PE exam.
• Take advantage of courses to refine your study skills for preparing to take the PE exam.
• Textbooks from your master’s courses are useful references for the PE exam and to build your personal library.

Find the job and the projects you want.

• Many civil engineering employers prefer those with a master’s degree.
• Some employers require new hires to have a master’s in civil engineering.
• Civil engineers with graduate degrees earn more annually compared to those with undergraduate degrees.
• Larger and more challenging projects are more commonly managed by those with master’s degrees.

Funding may be provided by your employer or by SIUE.

• Many employers offer tuition reimbursement for relevant coursework.
• Graduate assistantships can provide a stipend and waive your tuition costs.

Why earn your master’s at SIUE?

At SIUE, students learn in a student-focused educational environment. Class times are scheduled to accommodate working professionals, and our students never feel like a number in a large online class. 

Our students learn from licensed professionals. The vast majority of our faculty are licensed professional engineers, bringing real-world experience into the classroom.

Experience our modern facilities. The Engineering Building was completed in 2001, with significant additions in 2015 and 2017. Our facilities provide a world-class environment for students to learn and participate in research.

Network with other civil engineers in St. Louis while taking courses at our suburban campus, located in the growing Metro East region.

Expand your resume using resources available at our Career Development Center, Writing Center and other resources not readily available at branch campuses of other universities.

Program Format

The program can be completed through a mix of evening/weekend courses and online courses or a mix of traditional daytime/evening courses and online courses.

What can I do with a degree in civil engineering?

A graduate degree in civil engineering from SIUE opens doors for students in a variety of areas. Potential employers consist of consulting engineering companies, government agencies, industries, or academia. With the right experience and advanced education, students can become self-employed consultants. An education from SIUE prepares students for advancement opportunities and places them in a better position to get the job they want in a competitive employment market.

Other Engineering Graduate Programs at SIUE

• Computer Science
• Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering