Program Overview

Civil and Environmental Engineering (PMCE)

Overview

The graduate degree programs in civil and environmental engineering provide advanced knowledge and expertise in the areas of structures, geotechnical and pavements, transportation, and environmental engineering and water resources.

Financial Assistance

Students in this program pay a special tuition rate, which does not differ between residents and non-residents of Maryland. This rate is not fully covered by graduate assistantships, fellowships, or tuition assistance. Additional graduate student fees are charged. Tuition and fees are subject to change.

General Requirements

• Statement of Purpose
• Transcript(s)
• TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students)

Program-Specific Requirements

• Letters of Recommendation (2)
• Graduate Record Examination (GRE) (optional)
• CV/Resume (optional)

Application Deadlines

Graduate Application Deadlines:

• Domestic Applicants:
  • US Citizens and Permanent Residents:
    • Fall Deadline: July 31, 2026
    • Spring Deadline: December 16, 2025
    • Summer Deadline: May 15, 2026
• International Applicants:
  • F (student) or J (exchange visitor) visas, E, G, H, I, and L visas, and immigrants:
    • Fall Deadline: March 10, 2026
    • Spring Deadline: September 24, 2025
    • Summer Deadline: N/A

Program Details

• Civil and Environmental Engineering, Master of Engineering (M.Eng.): This program is currently offered in-person at the College Park Campus. In addition to in-person courses, you may have the option to take some course requirements in an online format. Course format offerings are subject to change.