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Civil & Environmental Engineering: Environmental Engineering  MEng

Master of Engineering in Civil & Environmental Engineering

Is this program right for you?

With the UW–Madison fully online Master of Engineering named option in Environmental Engineering, you obtain a broad and deep understanding of environmental challenges and sustainable engineering solutions. You will develop the knowledge and skills to be a leader in your field.

  • Our program is completely online so you can complete your degree from anywhere in the world
  • Benefit from a curriculum designed with input from professional engineers and employers
  • Work closely with world-class faculty based at a highly respected institution, recognized by top employers around the world

Education that works for you

The UW–Madison fully online Master of Engineering named option in Environmental Engineering provides the technical and professional skills that employers demand.

Program type

Master’s degree

Graduate education in a specific area of expertise

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Degree awarded

Master of Engineering in Civil & Environmental Engineering

Commitment

2–3 years

Tuition

$1,300 per credit

Format

Online

Primarily online

Credits

30 graduate credits

Admission terms

Program admits for fall, spring and summer terms

STEM opt eligible

Yes, restrictions apply

International eligibility

Yes, with restrictions.

Application deadlines

Summer 2025

  • Deadline: March 15, 2025

Fall 2025

  • Deadline: June 15, 2025

Spring 2026

  • Deadline: November 15, 2025
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Christine Hengel-Prom

A huge reason [for choosing this program] was because it’s an MEng degree and not an MS. [This program] focuses so much on the practical aspect of environmental engineering and how you apply it to the real world. I’m able to apply it right now to my job, which is huge because I’m a practicing consulting engineer and that’s what I care about.

— Christine Hengel-Prom, Civil & Environmental Engineering: Environmental Engineering MEng

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Program requirements

All applicants must:

  • Have a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from an accredited institution, however a bachelor’s degree in other STEM fields, will be considered*
  • Have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on the last 60 credits of degree*
  • Submit evidence of English language proficiency, if applicable. See the Graduate School Requirements for more information

* The admissions committee may consider an applicant that does not meet these requirements. Supporting factors include a strong academic record, a successful career track, and references. All applicants who do not have a bachelor of science degree in engineering are advised to determine whether this program meets requirements for professional engineering licensure in the state where they live. See the National Society of Professional Engineers website for contact information for state licensing boards.

Application materials required

  • Online application
  • Resume/CV
  • Statement of purpose
  • Transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation

 

For complete application details visit UW–Madison’s Guide →

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Results that work for you

Civil & Environmental Engineering: Environmental Engineering MEng

$92,100

Estimated market salary in 2020

Job titles

  • Environmental engineers
  • Environmental project managers
  • Environmental engineers/scientists
  • Environmental coordinators
  • Water/wastewater engineers

Top industries

  • Architectural, engineering, and related services
  • Management, scientific, and technical consulting services
  • Government
  • Industry

Top employers

  • CDM Smith
  • Black & Veatch
  • AECOM
  • Environmental Protection Agency

5.8%

Projected growth for environmental engineers from 2020-2030. Source: Lightcast™ 2022.

#7

Best Online Master’s in Civil Engineering Programs

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#9

graduate ranking among U.S. public universities

U.S. News & World Report, 2024

What you’ll learn

The Civil & Environmental Engineering: Environmental Engineering MEng program equips you to tackle critical environmental challenges. Gain expertise in water and wastewater treatment processes, energy principles and waste management, along with the fundamentals of hydraulics, to design sustainable solutions for a cleaner future.

For complete curricular details visit UW-Madison’s Guide →
  • Hydraulics
  • Energy principles
  • Waste management
  • Environmental remediation
  • Water treatment processes
  • Wastewater treatment and resource recovery

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