Tufts University - School of Engineering

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN

Civil and Environmental Engineering 

Solve Complex Problems

Through our combination of classroom teaching, hands-on learning, and close mentoring, you’ll gain the knowledge and tools you need to work in a variety of traditional and emerging fields—such as infrastructure, environmental and water resources engineering, environmental hazards, sustainability, climate change, and data analytics.

ENTRY TERMS:

  • Fall
  • Spring


SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE:

  • Apply to a master’s program before the application deadline to be considered for scholarships


APPLICATION DEADLINES:

  • Fall: March 15
  • Spring: September 15

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ENTRY TERMS:

  • Fall
  • Spring


SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE:

  • Apply to a master’s program before the application deadline to be considered for scholarships


APPLICATION DEADLINES:

  • Fall: March 15
  • Spring: September 15

For International Applicants

  • TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo scores are required, if applicable.
  • If admitted, confirm enrollment by April 15 for fall admission or December 1 for spring admission.
  • The Tufts International Center issues visa document forms and offers support.

GRE General Test scores not required for applicants who will have received a degree from a U.S. or Canadian institution by time of enrollment. GRE scores required for all other applicants.

A Global Community Welcomes You

With students who come from over 90 countries, resources for international students are available throughout Tufts. The Tufts International Center supports students and their dependents throughout their Tufts experience including assistance in visa processing, work authorization, and cultural acclimation. Special programs such as Thanksgiving programming, winter housing, and pairing with a local host are offered each year.

Make a Meaningful Difference in People’s Lives

Develop the technical skills to meet modern-day challenges ranging from pollution and natural hazards to drinking water safety and overcrowding on the roads. Our expert faculty offer courses that will teach you how to design and construct sustainable buildings, model earthquakes, assess the effectiveness of water and sanitation interventions, and much more.

Areas of Concentration:

  • Civil and Environmental Systems Engineering
  • Environmental health
  • Environmental and water resources engineering
  • Geosystems engineering
  • Structural engineering and mechanics

 

$104,170

The average salary for a environmental engineers in 2024*

*Source: bls.gov

$99,590

The average salary for a civil engineer*

6%

In the next 10 years, civil and environmental engineering jobs are expected to steadily grow by 6%*

“A lot of master’s programs in civil and environmental engineering tend to be rigid or regimented in terms of your course requirements. At Tufts, our program is dynamic and allows our students to focus on their specific areas of interest and career goals. With faculty guidance, you can draw from all parts of the university to create a path that’s right for you. The flexibility helps our students make the most efficient use of their time and gives them a powerful arsenal of tools and skills to apply to real-world situations.”

– Professor Helen Suh, Civil and Environmental Engineering

Program Highlights

  • Small class sizes
  • Personalized path of study
  • Real-world projects and internship opportunities
  • Mentorship from professors at the top of their fields
  • Collaborative research that crosses disciplines
  • Five miles from the high-tech hub of Boston
  • One-on-one career advising and workshops
  • Extensive professional development training and resources

Graduate Cooperative Education (Co-Op) Program

Gain up to six months of full-time work experience, build your resume, and prepare for post-graduation employment through the School of Engineering’s Graduate Cooperative Education (Co-Op) Program. Apply the theoretical principles you have learned in your coursework to real-world engineering projects. This practical experience enhances your understanding of engineering concepts and prepares you for your future career.

Where Can You Go From Here? Anywhere You’d Like.

As a civil or environmental engineer, your career possibilities are endless. The world always needs engineers to create and innovate, as well as solve our complex modern-day problems—and with tens of thousands of new, exciting engineering jobs created every year in the United States, your skills and expertise will be in high demand. 

Careers for graduates include: 

  • Water project manager
  • Senior environmental engineer
  • Environmental health and safety director
  • Environmental engineering consultant
  • Green building engineer
  • Construction manager
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Discover Academic Excellence

Tufts University is one of the nation’s top research universities, earning a "tier 1" classification from the Carnegie Foundation and membership within the Association of American Universities (AAU). These honors recognize the university’s excellence in interdisciplinary research, education, and leadership. Located a subway ride away from the technology hubs of Boston and Cambridge, Tufts School of Engineering prepares students for success in the classroom, lab, and workplace.

The Tufts civil and environmental engineering program is distinguished by its opportunities to work closely with faculty every step of the way. Graduate students have the chance to collaborate with and learn from some of the most renowned experts in the country, all while seamlessly transitioning from graduate studies to a full-time career.


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About Tufts University

What do you get at Tufts? A rigorous engineering education in a unique environment that blends the intellectual and technological resources of a world-class research university with the strengths of a top-ranked liberal arts college.

At Tufts, you’ll work with world-renowned engineering faculty at the top of their disciplines. Combine classroom teaching and hands-on learning to earn a degree that will prepare you for success. Take advantage of Tufts’ dedicated career and networking resources, explore the Tufts campus just a few miles from the high-tech hubs of Boston and Cambridge, and get ready for the next step in your professional life.