Undecided Major Degree

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.

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

Credits

Elective:24 Credits

Research:6 Credits

Program Requirements

Cost

Tuition and Fees

Type

In-Person

Interested in Online

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

Accelerated Masters Program

Ph.D. programs

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

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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Civil Engineering '23, Senior Mechanical Director

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.

Clean Energy

Researching the Cutting Edge of Geoscience to Revolutionize Clean Energy

Entrepreneurship

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Industry Partners

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What does an undecided major do?

Some of the best advisors at South Dakota Mines have been selected to work with undeclared students to help them narrow their options for a degree.

Once a student declares a major or degree program, they will be connected with an advisor in their chosen department.

Courses for this Degree

These are the fields that the undecided majors at Mines study their first year:•

Technical Communications
Calculus I
Chemistry
Physics
Humanities and Social Science courses

Course Curriculum

Catalog Links: Review all degrees

Internships and Co-ops

On average, 73% of South Dakota Mines students have applicable work experience when they graduate thanks to internships and co-ops. For these co-ops and internships, students receive an average salary of $22.62/hour.

With a degree from South Dakota Mines, students enjoy a 98% placement rate in a job or graduate school.

Graduates from Mines for the 2022 academic year had an average starting salary of $70,036.

Careers

You can do just about anything with a degree in science or engineering. Our graduates go on to work in careers such as:
• Operations manager
• Financial planner
• Researcher
• Transportation engineer
• Project manager
• Product engineer
• Robotics
• Geochemist
• Seismologist
• Surgeon
• Pharmacist
• Physical therapist
• Computer programmer

Employers

South Dakota Mines graduates go on to work with some of the most prominent companies in the world, including:

• Microsoft
• Ford
• Google
• Amazon
• NASA
• Los Alamos National Lab
• ExxonMobil
• American Express
• Target
• Boeing

Program Offerings

With so many academic choices and opportunities at South Dakota Mines, it can be overwhelming to decide which major to pursue for your career path. That's why some students choose an undeclared major.

Undecided Major Degree

Why Mines?