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    Civil Engineering

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    Baltimore, USMSEIn-person1 year
    STEM-OPT
    $73,337.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    35%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    19
    Cohort
    students
    24
    Credits

    Civil Engineering at Johns Hopkins University is a 24-credit, 1-year, in-person MSE program based in Baltimore, US. Tuition is $73,337 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program requires eight courses at 600-level or above, with four from civil engineering (EN.560.XXX or EN.565.XXX) and seven technical. It offers a coursework option and focuses on mechanics of materials, probabilistic methods, fire engineering, earthquake engineering, and infrastructure design resilience.

    Focus: coursework
    US News #3 Best Online Master's in Civil Engineering Programs (EP); Whiting Civil Engineering ranked (specific rank paywalled)

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Nov 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE scores are optional
    TOEFL
    required
    Min preferred minimum score of 100 (internet-based)
    IELTS
    required
    Min preferred minimum IELTS Academic Band Score equal to 7

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $20,257.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Civil Engineering at Johns Hopkins University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Civil Engineering at Johns Hopkins University is $73,337 across 24 required credits.
    Is Civil Engineering at Johns Hopkins University online or in-person?
    Civil Engineering at Johns Hopkins University is offered in-person.
    How long does Civil Engineering at Johns Hopkins University take to complete?
    Civil Engineering at Johns Hopkins University is structured around 1 year and 24 credits.
    Is Civil Engineering at Johns Hopkins University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Civil Engineering at Johns Hopkins 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 Johns Hopkins University?
    Civil Engineering at Johns Hopkins University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 35%.