Civil and Environmental Engineering PhDPhD

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.

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

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

Cost

~$ 14,199

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.

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.
Faculty & Staff

 

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

Overview

The Civil and Environmental Engineering PhD (CENE PhD) degree program provides opportunities for students to gain expertise in a broad range of research areas that support state initiatives, closely tie to campus research thrusts, and align with federal funding sources such as NSF, DoE, DoD, USDA and NASA. Doctoral students work with faculty advisors mentors to develop personalized programs of study and make significant contributions to the Civil and Environmental Engineering body of knowledge through their research. The requirements for the PhD CENE degree are found in our course catalog. For additional information about the CENE PhD degree program please refer to the CEE PhD Handbook.

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 PhD Civil and Environmental 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 PhD CENE program contact:

Dr. Bret Lingwall
PhD Graduate Coordinator
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
(605) 394-1683
Bret.Lingwall@sdsmt.edu