Chicago,
IL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Civil Engineering - Thesis in Chicago United States | University of Illinois Chicago
University of Illinois Chicago
|
Chicago United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
34,252
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Civil engineering is a diverse field covering multiple specialties including structural engineering, environmental engineering, geotechnical studies, and transportation systems. By thoughtfully choosing your coursework, you can customize UIC's Master of Science in Civil Engineering program to align with your academic goals and career aspirations.
The MS in Civil Engineering offers two distinct pathways to degree completion:
The thesis track, designed for students interested in research experience and potentially pursuing doctoral studies. This option frequently leads to valuable industry connections that may provide career guidance, research opportunities, or financial support.
The non-thesis alternative, perfect for professionals seeking advanced knowledge or aiming for civil engineering licensure. This flexible option accommodates both part-time and full-time students.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants to the MS programs should have earned a GPA of at least 2.75 on a scale of 4.0 based on the last 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours of undergraduate study
Transcripts of all previous undergraduate and graduate work
English competency test Applicants whose native language is not English are required to take an English competency test Minimum required scores are iBT Internet-based TOEFL of 80 with sub-scores of Reading 19 Listening 17 Speaking 20 and Writing 21 New Paper-Based TOEFL after August 2018 of 60 with sub-scores of Reading 19 Listening 17 Writing 21 Institutional Testing Paper-Based TOEFL prior to August 2018 of 550 IELTS of 6.5 with all four sub-scores of at least 6.0 or PTE Academic of 54 with sub-scores of Reading 51 Listening 47 Speaking 53 and Writing 56
GRE general test scores PhD applicants only GRE general test scores are required only for applicants to our PhD programs Requirements are a minimum combined verbal and quantitative score of 305 For score reporting our institution code is 1851 and no department code is required
Application for Graduate Appointment form personal statement and rsumCV PhD applicants only These items are required for PhD applicants who want to be considered for fellowships assistantships tuition and fee waivers and other forms of financial aid
Letters of recommendation PhD applicants only Letters should be written by people who are familiar with your academic work and who can assess your potential for success in graduate studies and research Note during the application process you will be asked to provide the email addresses of your references and UIC will contact these individuals to request the references directly
Transcripts of all previous undergraduate and graduate work
English competency test Applicants whose native language is not English are required to take an English competency test Minimum required scores are iBT Internet-based TOEFL of 80 with sub-scores of Reading 19 Listening 17 Speaking 20 and Writing 21 New Paper-Based TOEFL after August 2018 of 60 with sub-scores of Reading 19 Listening 17 Writing 21 Institutional Testing Paper-Based TOEFL prior to August 2018 of 550 IELTS of 6.5 with all four sub-scores of at least 6.0 or PTE Academic of 54 with sub-scores of Reading 51 Listening 47 Speaking 53 and Writing 56
GRE general test scores PhD applicants only GRE general test scores are required only for applicants to our PhD programs Requirements are a minimum combined verbal and quantitative score of 305 For score reporting our institution code is 1851 and no department code is required
Application for Graduate Appointment form personal statement and rsumCV PhD applicants only These items are required for PhD applicants who want to be considered for fellowships assistantships tuition and fee waivers and other forms of financial aid
Letters of recommendation PhD applicants only Letters should be written by people who are familiar with your academic work and who can assess your potential for success in graduate studies and research Note during the application process you will be asked to provide the email addresses of your references and UIC will contact these individuals to request the references directly
Tuition
USD
34,252