MSc in Civil Engineering in Austin United States | University of Texas at Austin

The Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering Department's graduate program has a global reputation for shaping students into future leaders across engineering practice, research, and academia. We encourage motivated, high-achieving students to apply for our M.S.E. and Ph.D. programs.
Today's intricate challenges at the intersection of urban development, water resources, and energy systems require engineers with both specialized expertise and broad perspectives. CAEE equips students with the knowledge base and collaborative skills necessary to pioneer tomorrow's sustainable technologies and infrastructure solutions. Our approach combines rigorous fundamental research with practical applications through innovative teaching methods.
Graduate students can engage with numerous research centers, joining a vibrant academic community while pursuing their specialized interests. Featuring cutting-edge facilities, our program prepares engineers to lead in diverse sectors including industry, academia, government service, and more.
While an engineering undergraduate degree is preferred, outstanding applicants from other disciplines may be admitted with the requirement to complete foundational undergraduate coursework before commencing graduate studies. Specific prerequisite courses vary based on individual academic backgrounds.
The department provides Master of Science in Engineering degrees in both Civil Engineering and Environmental/Water Resources Engineering. Doctoral studies are exclusively offered in Civil Engineering. Prospective Architectural Engineering graduate students should apply through the Civil Engineering program.