MS in Civil and Environmental Engineering
Our Master of Science in Civil & Environmental Engineering provides interdisciplinary coursework designed to increase the understanding and application of engineering principles. All of our program faculty possess expertise in transportation, geo-technology, structures, water resources, and the environment.
Why choose Rowan's civil and environmental engineering program?
Our Master of Science in Civil & Environmental Engineering provides an interdisciplinary curriculum designed to advance your knowledge and application of engineering principles.
Faculty experts in transportation, geotechnology, structural engineering, water resources, and environmental engineering deliver a well-rounded education that addresses real-world challenges.
Courses emphasize applied, hands-on learning, equipping you with the skills to make meaningful contributions to the engineering profession. Interdisciplinary focus areas include Mechanics and Materials, Systems and Computational Intelligence, Sustainability, and Transportation Engineering.
New Opportunity: Students can now earn a Certificate of Graduate Study (COGS) in Transportation Engineering as part of their degree. This specialized credential offers a competitive edge for high-demand positions in the rapidly growing transportation sector. This campus-based program is designed with flexibility in mind, allowing you to complete most, or possibly all, of your courses online. Our online courses blend asynchronous learning with live, interactive sessions, all accessible from anywhere without the need to come to campus.
Students may pursue either a thesis or coursework track. Full-time students often engage in funded research projects leading to a thesis, while part-time students typically follow the coursework track. A project option is also available within the coursework track, providing further opportunities for applied learning. Students interested in Research Assistantships are required to select the thesis track.
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Studying civil and environmental engineering at Rowan
What You'll Learn
The Rowan University Master of Science in Engineering program requires the completion of 30 semester hours (s.h.) and thesis research/engineering project. Between six and nine of the required semester hours can be Thesis Research/Engineering Project.
The following courses make up the M.S. in Civil Engineering & Environmental Engineering program.
- 10 Courses / 30 Semester Hours
- Foundation Courses: Yes
- Graduation / Exit / Thesis Requirements: Yes
Required Courses: 9 S.H.
| Course Number | Title | S.H. (Credits) |
| MATH 01515 | Engineering Applications of Analysis | 3 |
| ----- | Approved Business Course | 3 |
Specialization Courses: 12-15 S.H.
| Course Number | Title | S.H. (Credits) |
| CEE 08504 | Engineering Estimating | 3 |
| CEE 08505 | Data Analysis for CEE Applications | 3 |
| CEE 08512 | Advanced Environmental Treatment Process Principles | 3 |
| CEE 08522 | Site Remediation Engineering | 3 |
| CEE 08531 | Solid and Hazardous Waste Management | 3 |
| CEE 08532 | Pollutant Fate And Transport | 3 |
| CEE 08533 | Integrated Solid Waste Management | 3 |
| CEE 08541 | Advanced Surface Hydrology | 3 |
| CEE 08543 | Advanced Water Resources Engineering | 3 |
| CEE 08544 | Hydraulic Design | 3 |
| CEE 08545 | Environmental Fluid Mechanics | 3 |
| CEE 08548 | Water and Environmental Monitoring | 3 |
| CEE 08552 | Foundation Engineering | 3 |
| CEE 08553 | Earth Retaining Systems | 3 |
| CEE 08562 | Advanced Transportation Engineering | 3 |
| CEE 08564 | Advanced Design of Elements of Transportation Engineering | 3 |
| CEE 08566 | Transportation System Modeling | 3 |
| CEE 08567 | Transportation Safety System | 3 |
| CEE 08568 | Intelligent Transportation Systems | 3 |
| CEE 08569 | Advanced Pavement Rehabilitation Methods | 3 |
| CEE 08573 | Advanced Structural Analysis | 3 |
| CEE 08574 | Advanced Structural Mechanics | 3 |
| CEE 08576 | Advanced Cement Portland Concrete | 3 |
| CEE 08584 | Prestressed Concrete | 3 |
| CEE 08585 | Advanced Reinforced Concrete | 3 |
| CEE 08586 | Bridge Engineering | 3 |
| CEE 08587 | Masonry and Wood Structures | 3 |
| ENGR 01591 | Experiential Engineering Education | 3 |
Thesis / Project Courses: 6-9 S.H.
| Course Number | Title | S.H. (Credits) |
| ENGR 01599 | Masters Research | 6-9 |
*The list of elective courses includes, but is not limited to the ones shown here.
Note: The courses listed above are not official and are subject to change. For an official list of available courses please visit the Rowan University Academic Catalog.
Admission Requirements
The following is a list of items required to begin the application process for the program. There may be additional actions or materials required for admission to the program. Upon receipt of the materials below, a representative from the Rowan Global Admissions Processing Office will contact you with confirmation or will indicate any missing items.
- Completed Application Form
- Completed foundation courses
- Eligible applicants must have successfully completed the following undergraduate foundation courses at an accredited institution prior to admission:
- Physics I
- Calculus I
- Calculus II
- Calculus II
- Linear Algebra
- Differential Equations
- At least one of the following:
- Physics II
- Chemistry I
- Probability & Statistics
- No application fee required
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program OR Bachelor's degree in the Science or Mathematics disciplines from an accredited institution of higher learning (The graduate program advisor will assess the background of the applicant and evaluate their suitability for admission to the program)
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
- Current professional resume
- Typewritten statement of professional objectives
- Provide reasons for pursuing the program. Describe how you might use this program to advance your career (educational goals beyond the master's level, if applicable, are also relevant).
- Two letters of recommendation
- Letters of recommendation should be from professional administrators and include information which attests to applicant's ability to pursue a graduate degree
- Minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
- Optional Interview (If an interview is required, students will be contacted directly by the Faculty Admissions Committee regarding the interview. The interview can be in person or via telephone.)
- The graduate program advisor may specify additional required undergraduate-level coursework to supplement the applicant's background before taking any graduate courses.
Tuition and Aid
At Rowan University, we pride ourselves on being vigilant and frugal about tuition. We work hard to provide quality education while seeking to reduce the barrier that college costs can present students.
We know paying for tuition can be a challenge. That is why Rowan provides students with the financial resources needed to put their education first by offering grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.
Careers and outcomes
If you are interested in advancing your career as a civil engineer, urban or regional planner, construction manager, or environmental engineer, earning your master's degree at Rowan can put you on the right track. The Bureau of Labor Statistics expects employment for civil engineers to grow six percent from 2018 to 2028. In fact, the tri-state area (New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York) has among the highest employment rates for civil engineers in the country (more than 35,000 employed).
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