Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
1 Hairpin Dr, Edwardsville, IL 62026, United States

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) is a public university in Edwardsville, Illinois. Located within the Metro East of Greater St. Louis, SIUE was established in 1957 as an extension of Southern Illinois University Carbondale. It is the younger of the two major institutions of Southern Illinois University system. SIUE has eight constituent undergraduate and graduate colleges, including those in arts and sciences, business, dentistry, education, engineering, graduate study, nursing, and pharmacy, in addition to the East St. Louis Center.

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Master of Science in Civil Engineering

Our comprehensive program allows students to pursue a graduate degree in civil engineering while gaining expertise in the field. Students may choose one of our four concentrations:

  • Environmental/water resources
  • Geotechnical
  • Structural 
  • Transportation 

Whether students are working professionals or full-time students, this program introduces them to the skills and knowledge they need for professional advancement. Opportunities to conduct field and lab-based research are available, and students will learn from highly qualified faculty who are experts in their respective fields.

This program is offered through the School of Engineering. 

Program Format

The program can be completed through a mix of evening/weekend courses and online courses or a mix of traditional daytime/evening courses and online courses.

What can I do with a degree in civil engineering?

A graduate degree in civil engineering from SIUE opens doors for students in a variety of areas. Potential employers include consulting engineering companies, government agencies, industries, or academia. With the right experience and advanced education, students can become self-employed consultants.

An education from SIUE prepares students for advancement opportunities and places them in a better position to get the job they want in a competitive employment market.

Our program prepares students to meet engineering education requirements established by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). In addition, future professional engineering (PE) licenses might require a Master of Science.

Improve your ability to take and pass the Practices and Principles of Engineering exam.

  • This program allows you to complete one year of experience toward your PE license, a benefit that does not apply to an MBA. (Learn more)
  • Learn materials relevant to the PE exam
  • Take advantage of courses to refine your study skills for preparing to take the PE exam
  • Textbooks from your master’s courses are useful references for the PE exam and to build your personal library

Find the job and the projects you want.

  • Many civil engineering employers prefer those with a master’s degree.
  • Some employers require new hires to have a master’s in civil engineering.
  • Civil engineers with graduate degrees earn more annually compared to those with undergraduate degrees.
  • Larger and more challenging projects are more commonly managed by those with master’s degrees.

Funding may be provided by your employer or by SIUE.

  • Many employers offer tuition reimbursement for relevant coursework.
  • Graduate assistantships can provide a stipend and waive your tuition costs.

Why earn your master's at SIUE?

  • Class times are scheduled to accommodate working professionals, and our students never feel like a number in a large online class. 
  • The vast majority of our faculty are licensed professional engineers, bringing real-world experience into the classroom.
  • Our modern facilities provide a world-class environment for students to learn and participate in research.
  • Network with other civil engineers in St. Louis while taking courses at our suburban campus, located in the growing Metro East region.
  • Expand your resume using resources available in our Career Development Center, Writing Center and other resources not readily available at branch campuses of other universities.

Faculty

View current civil engineering faculty

https://www.siue.edu/academics/graduate/degrees-and-programs/civil-engineering/?section=all 

Graduate Applicants

Graduate student applicants who hold or require a non-immigrant student visa will be reviewed for appropriate academic requirements, English language proficiency, and adequate financial resources. Admission to the SIUE Graduate School requires that an applicant hold an undergraduate degree that is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

Eligibility for GRE/GMAT waivers are listed below. To apply to waive the GRE/GMAT requirement, applicants must contact the program director at CMISTestWaiverRequest@siue.edu to request the waiver. The decision to grant the GMAT/GRE waiver rests with the program director and School of Business MIS admissions committee and is not guaranteed by meeting one or more below criteria. 

  • Applicants should have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 (4.0 scale) in undergraduate coursework.

Application Materials

Once Approved for Admission:

All necessary documents can be uploaded via your application center. Only documents required for admission can be uploaded via your application center for review purposes. Do not mail materials to the department or program to which you are applying. Any additional supporting documents can be emailed to siueapps@siue.edu and will be added to your application.

Please note: If approved for admission by the academic department, you must submit official transcripts and test scores to our office before we can formally admit you and before we can issue an I-20 document to obtain a U.S. visa.

Please make sure your application is complete by the application deadline.

Submit official test scores using one of the codes below:

  • GRE: Institution code 1759 (no department code required)
    • *Speech-language pathology applicants should note separate code for CSDCAS on the program website
  • GMAT: Institution code 3T9-CD-05
  • TOEFL: Institution code 1759 (no department code required)
  • IELTS: Select SIUE from the institution list. Scanned score reports with TRF number can be uploaded through your self-service online application center.

Application Fee

There is a non-refundable application fee of $40 for all graduate programs. You may pay by Visa or MasterCard via the application center. A convenience fee of $1.10 is added for this service. You may also pay via wire transfer through your bank or debit card. Admitted students who decide to change their term of entry after submitting an application or being admitted will be required to submit a new application for the desired term. You may update the term of your application for the next two terms without another application fee. 

Tracking Your Application Status

You can track the status of your application via our application center using the same username and password you used to create the application.

We receive a high volume of applications and materials during the peak admission period (November-May). Please allow approximately 15 business days from the date of receipt of your official academic records to process these documents and match them to your application in our system.

Once you submit your application, you will begin to receive email notifications regarding missing transcripts and other materials required. Make sure to check the email address you provided on the application. Please note that we do not send confirmation emails when materials have been received.

View Your Decision

Once our office refers your application to the department to which you have applied, it is up to the department to review your application for an admission decision. You will receive a letter informing you when a decision has been made. The length of time required to make a decision varies by the department/program, type of degree and the size of the applicant pool. 

https://www.siue.edu/admissions/international/apply/graduate.shtml 

Applicants are encouraged to complete their applications early.  Applications received after the priority deadline may not be reviewed, especially for highly competitive and popular programs, including undergraduate and graduate programs in STEM designated areas. Applications are processed on a rolling basis and once seats are filled for a particular program in a particular term, additional applicants will be denied admission. 

Transfer students: Later deadlines may apply for students who are currently in the United States on a valid student visa and wish to transfer to SIUE. Please contact the Office of International Admissions for more information.

The priority deadline for Spring 2024 has passed, SIUE will no longer accept undergraduate applications from students outside the U.S.  Many graduate programs have met capacity, and students applying for these program will be waitlisted.  Prospective students are strongly encouraged to apply for the Fall semester to receive full consideration.

Fall Semester (August-December) - April 1(Priority Deadline) June 1(Deadline)
Spring Semester (January-May) - October 1(Priority Deadline) November 1(Deadline)

Prospective students should submit an application by the priority deadline to guarantee full consideration.  All STEM designated program applications will close at the priority deadline.  Applications received after the priority deadline, but before the final deadline, will be reviewed only if space remains available in the program of study. 

Note that all financial documents must be received within 15 days of the deadlines listed above for an I-20 to be issued.

https://www.siue.edu/admissions/international/apply/deadlines.shtml