Overview

The Civil Engineering M.Sc. at University at Buffalo provides students with a comprehensive foundation in modern infrastructure and environmental systems. This programme is designed to equip graduates with the technical expertise required to address complex global challenges through innovative engineering solutions and rigorous academic research.

Why Civil Engineering at University at Buffalo?

The department is home to world-class research initiatives that enhance community resiliency and develop vital design guidelines for buildings and infrastructure. Students benefit from an environment that prioritises sustainability and safety, focusing on cutting-edge developments in wind, fire, and materials engineering. The university's strong links to the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences ensure access to advanced laboratories and a collaborative academic community.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 12870 per semester
National fee: USD 12870 per semester
Local fee: USD 5655 per semester

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Syllabus

The programme requires 30 credits and offers flexibility through an all-course option, a research project, or a master's thesis. Modules may include:

Construction Engineering and Management
Geosystems Engineering
Structural Engineering, Mechanics and Materials
Transportation Engineering
Computational Geomechanics
Deep Foundations
Seismic Response of Soils
Wind and Fire Engineering
Engineering Sustainability

Careers with Civil Engineering

Graduates from this programme pursue diverse career pathways across both the public and private sectors. The curriculum prepares students for professional roles in government agencies, international consulting firms, and private engineering corporations. Common career destinations include positions as environmental engineers, urban planners, and conservation specialists. Additionally, the M.Sc. serves as a robust foundation for those wishing to continue their academic journey at the doctoral level.

Programme Structure

Each 30-credit MS programs consist of three components (described in detail below): required courses, elective courses, and a culminating thesis, project, or exam.
To complete the degree, most students choose the “all-course” option, which consists of six credits of concentration-specific required classes, 24 additional credits of approved elective classes, and a comprehensive exam taken at the end of their final semester.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Buffalo, United States

Disciplines

Civil Engineering & Construction View 359 other Masters in Civil Engineering & Construction in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Required

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Other requirements

General requirements

Requirements

MS APPLICANTS

3.0 GPA based on 4.0 scale in undergraduate coursework
The Department of Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering is temporarily suspending the GRE requirement for admission to our masters level programs for the Spring 2021 and Fall 2021 entry term.
Two letters of recommendation (academic sources preferred).
International applicants: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score (minimum 79, >90 recommended).

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

25740 USD / year

≈ 25740 USD / year
Out-of-State

25740 USD / year

≈ 25740 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

11310 USD / year

≈ 11310 USD / year

Living costs

Buffalo

United States

920 - 1560 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

In support of the University at Buffalo’s PhD Excellence Initiative, the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences offers competitive, elite fellowship packages designed to attract the best and brightest scholars in the world.

The Presidential Fellowship offers outstanding prospective graduate students an elite fellowship package to the top 10% incoming enrolled doctoral students each academic year. Our competitive packages pay a stipend of up to $43,000 USD per year for up to 4 years and includes summer support. This award also includes a full tuition waiver of $11,310 USD for New York State Residents and $23,100 USD for Non-Residents bringing the total package of support to $54,310-$66,100 dollars per year.

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