Storrs,
CT,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Civil Engineering - Geotechnical Engineering in Storrs United States | University of Connecticut
University of Connecticut
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Storrs United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
40,746
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
Civil engineers create and develop sustainable infrastructure solutions that address humanity's changing requirements while preserving ecological balance. UConn provides multiple graduate-level civil engineering programs, with master's candidates urged to deepen their expertise through rigorous research. Those engaging in master's-level research frequently progress to doctoral programs or research-oriented positions in governmental and private organizations.
Geotechnical specialists address challenges stemming from natural hazards like landslides and seismic events, evaluate terrain conditions, and create earth structures and base supports. The curriculum covers specialized topics such as sophisticated soil dynamics, seismic-resistant design, and subsurface construction principles. The F.L. Castleman facility houses specialized spaces including the Geophysics Lab, Geoenvironmental Research Center, and Cutting-Edge Geotechnical Testing Center. Faculty investigations span watershed simulation, environmental interface science, and geological site assessment techniques
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Students with mathematics or natural science backgrounds may be admitted into a certain area of concentration but will be required to take undergraduate engineering courses, which cannot be counted towards graduate degree requirements. The student's advisory committee will determine appropriate undergraduate courses required to ensure proficiency in engineering fundamentals and design. The student must meet grade point requirements set forth by the Graduate School.
Applicant must hold a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related area from a college or university of recognized standing.
A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or equivalent is recommended for admission into the MS program and a GPA of 3.5 or equivalent is recommended for admission into the PhD program.
Applicants must submit official transcripts in sealed envelopes covering all previous undergraduate and/or graduate work.
Three letters of recommendation are required, preferably from faculty with whom the candidate has worked with or taken course(s). There is no specific form for the letters of recommendation. Letters are uploaded directly by the referees as part of the online application.
Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores are no longer required for M.S. and Ph.D. applicants (voted by CEE faculty 12/07/2020).
A personal statement is also required. This should explain the reason why you want to go to graduate school and what area of concentration you are interested in.
International applicants must submit their Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) scores in order for the Graduate School to release their application to the department. Minimum scores for both the MS degree and PhD degree are: paper-based >500, computer-based >213 and internet-based >80.
If you submit results from the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), you need an average overall band score of at least 6.5. Only the scores from the Academic Module, not the General Training Module, are applicable.
Applicant must hold a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related area from a college or university of recognized standing.
A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or equivalent is recommended for admission into the MS program and a GPA of 3.5 or equivalent is recommended for admission into the PhD program.
Applicants must submit official transcripts in sealed envelopes covering all previous undergraduate and/or graduate work.
Three letters of recommendation are required, preferably from faculty with whom the candidate has worked with or taken course(s). There is no specific form for the letters of recommendation. Letters are uploaded directly by the referees as part of the online application.
Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores are no longer required for M.S. and Ph.D. applicants (voted by CEE faculty 12/07/2020).
A personal statement is also required. This should explain the reason why you want to go to graduate school and what area of concentration you are interested in.
International applicants must submit their Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) scores in order for the Graduate School to release their application to the department. Minimum scores for both the MS degree and PhD degree are: paper-based >500, computer-based >213 and internet-based >80.
If you submit results from the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), you need an average overall band score of at least 6.5. Only the scores from the Academic Module, not the General Training Module, are applicable.
Tuition
USD
40,746