Program Overview
The Civil Engineering at University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign is a MSc programme in Engineering, 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 34,330 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 34,330 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Urbana, 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
Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.
Visit Program WebsiteAdmission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
o be considered for admission, applications must include all support documents including test scores. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Three letters of reference
- Statement of purpose/Personal statement (CEE does not require a Program Specific Statement)
- Resume or CV
- Copy of your most current transcript, or a final transcript and certificates of degree or diplomas.
- GRE scores official scores from ETS for the general GRE
- Proof of English Proficiency for applicants whose native language is not English.
- Area of Study Preference Form sent to you by email after you submit the application
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 34,330 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 34,330 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 34,330 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 34,330 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign 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 University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign
University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign
Illinois, US
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is a public land-grant research university in the Champaign–Urbana metropolitan area, Illinois, United States. Established in 1867, it is the founding...
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
