Civil & Environmental Engineering MS
Managed by the world-renowned FAMU-FSU College of Engineering, the graduate civil and environmental engineering program at FSU Panama City is part of a leading academic institution with excellent records of achievement in research and public service. It is designed with the students’ success in mind with a curriculum using the latest technology applications. In the field of construction, design of structures, roadways, foundations, water & wastewater treatment, soil remediation, fluid transport, land development, drainage, etc..
Civil and Environmental Engineering is a broad-based program emphasizing all aspects of the profession’s practice, including structural analysis and design, geotechnical design, construction/transportation, hydraulics and water resources, and environmental engineering.
A master’s degree gives you the experience and expertise to work in a variety of settings resulting in skills to lead a team in public and private-sector jobs.
Civil engineering is considered as one of the best jobs in the United States based on salary, prestige, growth, and security.
The GRE requirement has been waived (and extended) for all engineering master’s applicants applying through Fall 2026!
What can I expect from the Civil & Environmental Engineering graduate program?
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering emphasizes a balance of teaching and research in forefront areas of modern Civil and Environmental engineering.
Active Research Collaborations:
- Water & wastewater treatment
- Soil remediation
- Stormwater management
- Fluid conveyance system
- Reuse and recycle of construction materials
- Characterization of material
- Resilient infrastructure
- Emergency evacuation
- Waste management & Landfilling
- Resource recovery
Current and past master's students
Why get an advanced Master's of Science degree?
A master's degree in civil engineering can help you achieve your goals of higher earnings, specialized expertise, expanded networks and a deeper understanding of the field. Additionally, a master's degree enhances opportunities in innovative and creative ideas, with developments in new technology in civil and environmental engineering fields.
Getting your MS in Civil Engineering is great for those who wish to earn a professional engineering license (P.E.). In addition to increasing your technical skills to better prepare you for the licensing exam, our program has professional development courses to prepare you for managerial roles. Those with a Master's degree in civil engineering can expect to receive a higher salary compared to those with an undergraduate degree, as well as greater job security and better career advancement opportunities.
- Completion time in as little as four to five semesters
- 30-credit hours total
What degrees or certifications are offered in this program?
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Civil Engineering (with Civil Engineering and Environmental Engineering majors), which is fully accredited by EAC/ABET
- Master of Science (M.S.) in Civil Engineering (course work and thesis)
The FAMU-FSU College of Engineering was ranked one of the Best Grad Schools by US News!
What types of careers could this program prepare me for?
City Engineer, Civil Engineer, County Engineer, Design Engineer, Project Engineer, Railroad Design Consultant, Structural Engineer, Wastewater Engineer, Transportation Engineer