Civil and Environmental Engineering MS MS

In our Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering program, you will learn by doing, gaining hands-on experience with technology and software used by professional engineers. Civil engineers are the backbone of our modern infrastructure. Become a builder, a problem-solver, and a visionary for the future of our roads, bridges, waterways, and more.

Why Mines?

Take advantage of award-winning instructors, small class sizes, and ready access to undergraduate research opportunities, co-ops and internships, and activities and organizations.
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Requirements

Admission Requirements

Requirements

  • 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • 3 letters of recommendation
  • GRE Test Scores

Bachelor’s Degree

  • civil engineering
  • environmental engineering
  • closely related engineering field

Application Deadline

Fall / August
February 15
Spring / January
August 15
Admission Requirements

Thesis

The thesis option focuses on graduate coursework and independent research. By the end of the program, you will have a written thesis and an oral presentation that defends your original work and contribution to the field of Civil and Environmental Engineering.

Credits

Elective:24 Credits
Research:6 Credits
Program Requirements

Cost

Tuition and Fees

Type

In-Person
Interested in Online

Non-Thesis

The non-thesis option focuses on graduate coursework. There is no requirement for a thesis, project paper, or final exam. Learn the latest in CENE and apply it to your work in the field.

Credits

Elective:24 Credits
Research:6 Credits
Program Requirements

Cost

~$ 14,199
Tuition and Fees

Type

In-Person
Interested in Online

Reach Out to Us

If you're not sure this is the right program for you or you have questions about the admissions requirements, consult with the program coordinator before you apply.
Find Your Admission Counselor
(605) 394-2511
SDadmissions@email.com

Additional Opportunities

Accelerated Masters Program

Accelerated Masters Program

Ph.D. programs

Ph.D. programs

Distinguished Faculty

Faculty & Staff
Prepare to be inspired by the cutting-edge research, practical applications, and visionary thinking that these esteemed professors bring to the field. Get ready to embark on a journey of discovery and advancement as you learn from the pioneers shaping the future of civil engineering.

Christopher Shearer

My research investigates the chemical, physical, mechanical, and durability properties of infrastructure materials. A primary focus is on characterizing and developing innovative, but practical, cement-based and alternative materials for a future sustainable infrastructure that reduces the global footprint of the construction materials industry.

Mengistu Geza Nisrani

My research focuses on improving prediction of hydrologic and contaminant fluxes for better management of water resources using combination of field, laboratory, and modeling approaches.
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Expand Your Horizons

Career Services
Find jobs in civil engineering, resource management, renewable energy, environmental remediation, and more! Work with a career specialist to explore your options.

Possible Industries

  • Construction
  • Renewable Energy
  • Transportation

Career Outcomes

  • Civil Engineer
  • Environmental Engineer
  • Urban Planner

Average Starting Salary

  • $55k - $78k per year
Career Services
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Research Labs & Centers

Work with our renowned faculty and collaborate on groundbreaking projects that address real-world challenges. The hands-on experience and expertise you will acquire here will not only contribute to your academic growth but also prepare you for successful careers in academia, industry, or government agencies.
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The Master of Science degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering (MS CENE) provides a program of advanced study for candidates wishing to gain additional expertise for a career in the Civil and Environmental Engineering field. Students may select either a thesis or non-thesis option based on their career goals.

Thesis Option

The MS CENE thesis degree option consists of a program of graduate coursework and independent thesis research. Candidacy for the MS CENE degree with the thesis option is contingent upon the student's aptitude to do research. The thesis must constitute an original contribution to knowledge in Civil and Environmental Engineering and must be successfully defended at a final oral presentation and examination. Students are accepted into the MS CENE thesis option upon the successful submission of a written thesis proposal, public presentation, and the recommendation of a major professor. The requirements for the MS CENE thesis degree are found in our course catalog.

Non-Thesis Option

The non-thesis MS CENE degree consists of a program of graduate coursework. A thesis, project paper, or final examination is not required; this is a coursework only degree. The requirements for the MS CENE non-thesis degree are found in our course catalog.

Accelerated Masters Program

An Accelerated Masters Program is available, enabling students to receive both their B.S. and M.S. degrees in as little as five years. Students enrolled in the Accelerated MS program may apply up to 9 credits of CEE electives to both the BS and MS degrees.

Eligibility

Applicants must satisfy the minimum admission requirements of the South Dakota Mines Graduate Education Office. (See general requirements for graduate admission.) Students who hold a BS degree in civil or environmental engineering from an ABET-accredited program and who satisfy all admission requirements may be accepted into the MS Civil Engineering program. Admission is competitive and the achievement of minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

Students with engineering degrees in areas other than Civil or Environmental Engineering may be required to complete necessary background courses. Outstanding students with non-engineering baccalaureate degrees may qualify for admission to the graduate civil engineering program, with the understanding that they must take specified background courses as needed.

For more information on the MS CENE program, contact:

Dr. Marc Robinson 
MS Graduate Coordinator               
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
(605) 394-2563      
Marc.Robinson@sdsmt.edu

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