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    Civil Engineering

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    Ithaca, USMEngIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $73,946.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    7.5%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Credits
    $105.00
    App fee

    Civil Engineering at Cornell University is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MEng program based in Ithaca, US. Tuition is $73,946 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Two-semester professional master's program with concentrations in environmental engineering, structural engineering, or transportation systems engineering. Includes coursework and a capstone project with real-world applications in collaboration with industry partners.

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Nov 1, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Jan 7, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Speaking: 4.0 or above (former scale: 22 or above); Reading: 4.0 or above (former scale: 20 or above); Listening: 3.5 or above (former scale: 15 or above); Writing: 4.0 or above (former scale: 20 or above).
    IELTS
    required
    Min TOEFL or IELTS exam is required of all international applicants from countries where English is not the official language unless the applicant has studied for at least two years in a country where English is the official language and the language of instruction was English. Please visit the Graduate School website for information on the English Language Exam Requirement.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $37,418.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Civil Engineering at Cornell University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Civil Engineering at Cornell University is $73,946 across 30 required credits.
    Is Civil Engineering at Cornell University online or in-person?
    Civil Engineering at Cornell University is offered in-person.
    How long does Civil Engineering at Cornell University take to complete?
    Civil Engineering at Cornell University is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    Is Civil Engineering at Cornell University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Civil Engineering at Cornell University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Civil Engineering at Cornell University?
    Civil Engineering at Cornell University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 7.5%.