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    Civil Engineering

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    Seattle, USMSCEIn-person18 months
    STEM-OPT
    $31,668.00
    Tuition
    over 18mo
    65%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    143
    Cohort
    students
    42
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Civil Engineering at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is a 42-credit, 18-month, in-person MSCE program based in Seattle, US. Tuition is $31,668 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program offers advanced training in civil engineering with six specialty areas: Construction, Energy, and Sustainable Infrastructure; Environmental Engineering; Geotechnical Engineering; Hydrology & Hydrodynamics; Structural Engineering and Mechanics; and Transportation Engineering.

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    Deadlines

    Autumn 2026 (Domestic)
    Sep 1, 2026
    Autumn 2027
    Dec 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min The minimum score required by the Graduate School is 92 for TOEFL (92 or higher recommended; 80 minimum required for tests before Jan 21, 2026)
    IELTS
    required
    Min The minimum score required by the Graduate School is 7.0 for IELTS (7.0 or higher recommended; 6.5 minimum required)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $76,460.00
    Avg starting salary
    $23,199.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Civil Engineering at University of Washington-Seattle Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Civil Engineering at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is $31,668 across 42 required credits.
    Is Civil Engineering at University of Washington-Seattle Campus online or in-person?
    Civil Engineering at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is offered in-person.
    How long does Civil Engineering at University of Washington-Seattle Campus take to complete?
    Civil Engineering at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is structured around 18 months and 42 credits.
    What GPA is required for Civil Engineering at University of Washington-Seattle Campus?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 minimum GPA (based on 4.0 scale) from the last 60 graded semester hours or last 90 graded quarter hours
    Is Civil Engineering at University of Washington-Seattle Campus STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Civil Engineering at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.