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    Master of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering

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    Salt Lake City, USMSIn-person18 months
    STEM-OPT
    $55,966.00
    Tuition
    over 18mo
    27%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    27
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $65.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering at University of Utah is a 30-credit, 18-month, in-person MS program based in Salt Lake City, US. Tuition is $55,966 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program offers a non-thesis option requiring 30 credit hours of coursework approved by a supervisory committee, and a thesis option requiring 30 credit hours including 6 hours of thesis research, a written thesis, and defense, both allowing specialization within Civil Engineering.

    Focus: both
    US News #2 Civil Engineering in Utah

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Sep 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE is not required; optional
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Details regarding this requirement and exemptions are outlined in detail here: https://admissions.utah.edu/apply/international/english-proficiency/ (university minimum; program-specific not stated)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Details regarding this requirement and exemptions are outlined in detail here: https://admissions.utah.edu/apply/international/english-proficiency/ (university minimum; program-specific not stated)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $20,500.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering at University of Utah cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering at University of Utah is $55,966 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering at University of Utah online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering at University of Utah is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering at University of Utah take to complete?
    Master of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering at University of Utah is structured around 18 months and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering at University of Utah?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 or better (on the 4.0 grading scale)
    Is Master of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering at University of Utah STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering at University of Utah is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.