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Graduate Pathway in Civil Engineering - Water Resources

Colorado State University
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition USD 16,730 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
Degree Pre-Master
Duration 9 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Fort Collins, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Graduate Pathway in Civil Engineering - Water Resources at Colorado State University is a Pre-Master programme in Engineering over 9 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 Graduate Pathway in Civil Engineering - Water Resources 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

  1. Duration: 9 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6
  5. Tuition: USD 16,730 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
  6. Location: Fort Collins, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Graduate Pathway in Civil Engineering - Water Resources programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:

  1. Design Engineer
  2. R&D Engineer
  3. Project Engineer
  4. Systems Engineer
  5. Technical Consultant
  6. Engineering Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. English for International Students I
  2. Water Resources Planning and Management
  3. Physical Hydrology
  4. English for International Graduate Students
  5. GIS in Civil and Environmental Engineering
  6. Pipe Systems Engineering and Hydraulics

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Direct Admission

  • 4-year undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited university with a 3.0 GPA
 English Language Requirements
  • TOEFL 80 or
  • IELTS 6.5 or
  • PTEA 58 or
  • Some programs have higher minimum requirements
  • Some programs require GRE test results

2-Semester Pathway

  • Undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering or closely related engineering discipline with a 2.75 GPA
English Language Requirements
      • TOEFL 70 or
      • IELTS 6.0 or
      • PTEA 48 or
      • Password 6.5 or
      • Completion of Academic English Level 3 with 75% in all graded courses
      • No GRE required

      English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.

      Tuition & Financial Information

      Tuition Fee

      USD 16,730 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students

      Tuition fees: USD 16,730 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students

      IELTS requirement: 6

      Financial Aid & Scholarships

      Contact Colorado State University 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 Colorado State University

      Colorado State University logo

      Colorado State University

      Fort Collins, United States

      public land-grant research university in Fort Collins, Colorado, United States

      University Profile
      • Start Date Jan, 2027
      • Language English
      • Duration 9 months