Online MS in Civil Engineering Admission Requirements

Key Admissions Dates

Summer 2024:

  • Application Deadline: 04/15
  • Classes Begin: 05/13
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Application Fee$50 Application Fee  ($55 for international students)
Degree and Minimum GPA

There are three ways to qualify for the online MSCE program. You only need to have one of the three options below:

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited university and a 3.0 GPA or higher
  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited university, with a 2.5 GPA or higher, GRE scoring in the upper 25th percentile on the quantitative portion, or 5 years of experience in the civil engineering profession, or passage of FE in CE, or other graduate degrees, or a 3.0 GPA in 12 hours of other graduate coursework, excellent statement of purpose, resume, and recommendation letters that identify the applicant’s specific role in civil engineering projects
  • A 3.0 GPA in terminal degree from a non-civil engineering major, minimum coursework completed, with 10 years of experience in a civil engineering profession, excellent statement of purpose, resume, and recommendation letters that identify the applicant’s specific role in civil engineering projects
Required Documents
  • Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions
  • Resume
  • Personal statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
Official GRE/GMAT ScoreNo GRE/GMAT required for qualified candidates
Additional Requirements$50 application fee

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International Students

Generally, students that reside outside of the United States are not eligible to enroll in an OHIO Online program. Additionally, Ohio University is unable to provide immigration support to international students regardless of where they reside. If you would like to discuss your specific situation in order to determine eligibility, please reach out to an OHIO Online enrollment counselor before applying.

Transfer Credit

The online MS in Civil Engineering program accepts up to six transfer credits to be applied toward earning the degree, if they satisfy Graduate College and Engineering College requirements and are approved by the online Program Director.

When to Apply

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Ohio University offers three program intakes each year for the online program. Our expert enrollment team can help you choose the start date that aligns with your academic goals and scheduling needs.

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