Program Overview
The Civil Engineering at California Institute of Technology - Caltech is a MSc programme in Engineering over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Civil Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 45,846 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 45,846 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Pasadena, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Civil Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Special Topics in Civil Engineering
- Fluid Mechanics
- Mechanics of Structures and Solids
- Computational Mechanics
- Graduate Engineering Seminar
- Advanced Work in Civil Engineering
- Space Structures
- Research in Civil Engineering
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants must have completed a bachelor\'s degree or the equivalent before beginning graduate study.
Applicants are required to submit the application and supporting materials online prior to the posted deadline. Once the application has been submitted, you will not be able to modify supporting documents, so please proofread your materials thoroughly before submission.
To successfully complete the online application process, you must:
- Create a free account with CollegeNET to submit the application form online.
- Include payment of the application fee or submit a fee waiver request.
- Upload a Statement of Purpose.
- Request GRE, TOEFL, and/or IELTS test scores to be sent directly to the California
- Institute of Technology.
- Upload an official electronic copy of your transcripts or online grade reports issued by your college or university. Updated grade reports for terms in progress are not required. Students who have been admitted and plan to attend Caltech will be required to submit an official copy of all transcripts from the Registrars Office prior to enrollment.
- Register three individuals from whom you will request letters of recommendation.
- Upload a CV or Resume.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 45,846 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 45,846 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 45,846 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 45,846 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact California Institute of Technology - Caltech directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About California Institute of Technology - Caltech
California Institute of Technology - Caltech
United States
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University Profile- Start Date Dec, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
