Overview

The Civil Engineering curriculum from Tarleton State University is structured to align with the graduate-level outcomes defined in the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Body of Knowledge, ensuring coverage of critical knowledge domains in the discipline. Students complete a combination of core courses and electives that allow for focused study in areas such as structural engineering, transportation, geotechnical, water resources, and environmental systems. The program is designed to strengthen analytical, computational, and research skills, supporting the development of expertise in both fundamental and emerging aspects of civil engineering practice.

Career Outcomes

Structural Engineer – Design and analyze buildings, bridges, and other load-bearing structures to ensure safety and performance.
Geotechnical Engineer – Investigate soil and rock behavior to support foundations, slopes, tunnels, and earth-retaining structures.
Water Resources Engineer – Develop solutions for flood control, drainage, stormwater management, and sustainable water supply systems.
Transportation Engineer – Plan, design, and optimize roadways, transit systems, and transportation networks for efficiency and safety.
Environmental Engineer – Address environmental challenges by designing systems for pollution control, waste management, and remediation.
Construction Project Engineer/Manager – Oversee project planning, scheduling, and execution to ensure cost-effective and timely delivery.
Civil Engineering Consultant – Provide technical expertise to government agencies, contractors, and private clients on infrastructure projects.
Research Engineer / Doctoral Student – Conduct advanced research or pursue a Ph.D. to contribute to innovations in civil and infrastructure engineering.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Structural Analysis
Advanced Steel and Timber Design
Design of Buried and Earth Structures
Water Resources Engineering
Soil Improvement and Remediation
Bridge Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

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National: The regular deadline for consideration of your application is five days prior to the start of classes.

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Stephenville, United States

Disciplines

Civil Engineering & Construction View 361 other Masters in Civil Engineering & Construction in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

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General requirements

Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 (on a 4-point scale), which is assessed based on either the overall undergraduate GPA or the GPA from the last 60 credit hours of coursework.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

25048 USD / year

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Out-of-State

25048 USD / year

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In-State

10170 USD / year

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Funding

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