Engineering - Civil Engineering M.S.
A flexible, STEM-designated Civil Engineering M.S. built for working professionals in the city that has tested civil engineers for more than a century.
Earn your STEM-designated Civil Engineering M.S. at Manhattan University in New York City, on a part-time or full-time schedule that works around your career. Specialize in structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, or construction management, and learn alongside the firms shaping the region's infrastructure, including Thornton Tomasetti, Mueser Rutledge, Langan, Silman, and WSP Global. Join a program whose alumni helped build the George Washington Bridge, the New York City subway, and One World Trade Center, in one of engineering's most stable and well-paid fields.
This program is part of Civil & Environmental Engineering
30
Minimum Credit Hours
2-3 yrs
Typical Time to Complete (Part-Time)
$99.5K
Median Civil Engineer Salary*
Top 50
Engineering Schools in the Nation
Specialize Your Degree
Choose Your Area of In-Depth Study
Align your skills with your potential through a curriculum tailored to your interests. For an in-depth study, choose from three tracks:
- Structural engineering: the analysis, design and construction of buildings, bridges, ships, aircraft, and other vehicles of flight
- Geotechnical engineering: the study and behavior of various soils to find ways of properly supporting all structures on the Earth and other planets
- Construction management: the overall planning, coordination, and control of a construction project from beginning to completion
Curriculum & Courses
Explore graduate coursework that builds advanced skills in structural analysis, geotechnical design, construction management, and computational methods. Students complete a minimum of 30 credit hours and may choose ten courses, eight courses with a thesis, or nine courses with a special project.
To view the full curriculum and program requirements, please visit Manhattan University’s academic catalog.
- Advanced Soil Mechanics
- Advanced Structural Analysis
- Bridge Engineering
- Construction Planning and Scheduling
- Design of Steel Structures
- Engineering Mathematics
- Finite Element Methods
- Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering
- Ground Improvement
- Reinforced Concrete Structures
- Slope Stability
- Sustainability in Civil Engineering Design
A Program Hallmark
Why Earn Your Civil Engineering Master's at Manhattan University?
At Manhattan University, civil engineering graduate students gain advanced technical depth, faculty-mentored research experience, and direct access to the firms shaping New York City's skyline and infrastructure. The program is built for working professionals and future doctoral candidates alike, blending rigorous design coursework with the flexibility today's engineers need to advance without pressing pause on their careers.
Why Study in New York City
New York City is a living civil engineering laboratory. Few places on earth concentrate as much complex infrastructure, from the bridges and tunnels that move millions each day to the high-rise construction reshaping the skyline. Manhattan University students apply advanced analysis and design alongside the firms responsible for these projects, building the professional network and practical experience needed to lead in one of the nation's most demanding markets. This proximity turns coursework into real-world problem-solving and gives graduates a measurable return on their investment.
Our civil engineering graduate program is built around design and real-world application. Students work directly with faculty on the structural, geotechnical, and construction challenges that define modern infrastructure, and they do it in the middle of the city that has tested civil engineers for more than a century.
Dr. Matthew Volovski
Chair, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Career Outcomes
Potential Careers
Graduates are equipped to step into senior and specialized roles across the design, construction, and infrastructure sectors, turning advanced engineering knowledge into projects that shape the built environment.
Where graduates have worked or interned: Thornton Tomasetti, Mueser Rutledge, Langan, Keller, Silman, and WSP Global, among other leading firms.
- Bridge Engineer
- Construction Manager
- Geotechnical Engineer
- Project Engineering Manager
- Project Manager
- Structural Engineer
- Transportation Engineer
- Water Resources Engineer
About
The School of Engineering
Known as “The University That Built New York,” Manhattan University’s School of Engineering has shaped the systems, structures, and innovations of New York City for more than a century. Our ABET-accredited programs are recognized for rigorous academics, hands-on laboratory experience, and a Lasallian commitment to using engineering for the good of humanity. Manhattan University is a Top 50-ranked engineering school with 19 alumni elected to the National Academy of Engineering. Located in New York City, the School offers students unmatched access to industry partners, internships, and real-world projects across pharmaceuticals, energy, infrastructure, and emerging technologies. With small class sizes, dedicated faculty mentorship, and a strong tradition of service, our graduates are exceptionally well-prepared to lead in today’s engineering profession.
Program Costs & Financial Aid
Manhattan University is committed to making a high-quality, career-focused graduate education accessible and affordable. Graduate students may qualify for assistantships, scholarships, and federal aid that significantly reduce the overall cost of attendance.
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A Manhattan University education is an investment in your future, and we are dedicated to helping you access the resources that make it possible.
Admissions Information
Start Your Journey in Civil Engineering
Applying to the M.S. in Civil Engineering is designed to be clear and accessible. Review the requirements below to take the next step toward an advanced engineering career.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program (or recognized equivalent)
- Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended
- Applicants from other engineering or STEM disciplines may complete prerequisite coursework
International Students: Support is available for visas, documentation, and English-language proficiency. Accepted exams include TOEFL (80 iBT), IELTS (6.5), TOEIC (690), or Duolingo (110).
Prepare for the Real World
At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
