Program Overview

Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering

The Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering program at Missouri S&T offers a PhD degree in Civil Engineering. This program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills to revitalize the nation's built and natural environments.

Degree Information

The doctor of engineering degree, like the doctor of philosophy degree, represents the highest attainable educational level in engineering study and practice. This degree is awarded to candidates who have pursued a broad program of study, completed an acceptable engineering internship, passed all prescribed examinations, submitted satisfactory practice-oriented dissertation, and met all graduation requirements. The D.E. degree requires a minimum of 90 graduate credit hours.

Paid Assistantships

Five assistantships are available, with tuition fully funded, plus a monthly stipend and $2,000 toward a new computer and academic needs. The application deadline is April 1, 2026, and eligibility is limited to U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents. The expected start date is Fall 2026.

Admission Requirements

• Minimum GPA of 3.5
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering from an ABET Accredited Program
  • GRE Only Required for Direct B.S. Applicants
  • Online Application
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Official Transcripts from all Institutions Attended

Research in Civil Engineering

Our faculty's research interests and expertise encompass a wide range of subject areas, including:

• Architectural Engineering
• Construction Engineering
• Construction Materials
• Environmental Engineering
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Transportation Engineering
• Water Resources Engineering

Career Fields

Graduates of the program can pursue careers in:

• Architectural
• Construction
• Environmental
• Geotechnical
• Materials
• Structural
• Transportation
• Water Resources

Starting Salary

The average salary for S&T students in the last year was $80,000.