PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering in Philadelphia United States | University of Pittsburgh

University of Pittsburgh | Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 48,594
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

The Doctor of Philosophy program in Civil and Environmental Engineering focuses on achieving research and educational excellence. PhD students publish their dissertation findings in leading industry journals and share their work at global conferences. Applicants should demonstrate strong academic credentials along with the motivation and capability to conduct innovative research. Admission to PhD candidacy requires passing the oral preliminary exam (typically completed during the first graduate year), comprehensive examination, and proposal defense. Specialization options encompass Sustainable Environmental Engineering and Next-Generation Infrastructure Systems.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

QPA: An Undergraduate QPA equivalent to 3.00 for M.S., 3.30 for Ph.D., based on A = 4.00 is required. LETTERS OF REFERENCE: Applicants must have their reference letters submitted electronically as part of the on-line admissions application process. TRANSCRIPTS: Applicants are required to upload academic records from each academic institution (undergraduate and/or graduate) attended. Official, original academic credentials that are issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by a certified English translation.
It is the policy of the University of Pittsburgh to admit only those students with a TOEFL score of at least 550 (paper-based test), 213 (computer-based test) or 80 (internet-based).
It is the policy of the University of Pittsburgh to admit only those students with an IELTS score of at least 6.5. The minimum grade point average for admission to any graduate study at the University of Pittsburgh is 3.0

Tuition USD 48,594

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