Overview

The Civil Engineering program

Students pursuing the Civil Engineering program of the University at Buffalo select from one of five program concentrations that provide different course requirements and electives. The CIE MS program and its concentrations, allow students to develop an individualized program of study by selecting from an extensive list of elective courses in conjunction with input from their academic advisor.

After graduating, MS graduates with this degree follow diverse career pathways that include employment in a wide variety of public and private sector jobs, as well as additional education at the doctoral level.

Technical Concentrations

MS in Civil Engineering students may choose one of the following technical concentrations:

Bridge Engineering

Research in bridge engineering drives the use of new construction methods, components and materials. Current areas of investigation are Accelerated Bridge Construction (ABC), multiple-hazard mitigation, and response modification devices.

Computational Engineering Mechanics

Research in computational engineering mechanics involves the application of the fundamental principles of solid and fluid mechanics to a variety of emerging engineering problems, using state-of-the-science numerical algorithms and high-performance computing technology.

Geomechanics, Geotechnical, and Geoenvironmental Engineering

Research in geotechnical engineering addresses computational geomechanics, deep foundations, ground improvement, seismic response of soils, liquefaction, and retrofit of foundations, dams, slopes, and retaining walls.

Structural and Earthquake Engineering

The goal of research in earthquake engineering is to enhance the seismic resiliency of communities through improved engineering and management tools for critical infrastructure systems.

Transportation Systems Engineering

Research in transportation systems engineering focuses on improving the efficiency, safety, sustainability, and resiliency of surface transportation systems.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Mechanics of Solids

Structural Reliability and Safety

Advanced Structural Analysis

Structural Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering

Design of Structures for Fire

Geomechanics: Applications to Tunneling & Reservoir Engineering

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Buffalo, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

3.0 GPA based on 4.0 scale in undergraduate coursework

Two letters of recommendation (academic sources preferred).

International applicants: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score (minimum 79, >90 recommended)

Application Fee ($85)

Personal Statement

College Transcripts

Letters of Recommendation (3)

Curriculum Vitae/Resume

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

25740 USD / year

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Out-of-State

25740 USD / year

≈ 25740 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

11310 USD / year

≈ 11310 USD / year

Living costs

Buffalo

United States

920 - 1560 USD / month

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The Civil Engineering program

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Programme Structure

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