Overview

Civil and environmental engineers are responsible for the sustainable design of facilities that protect the health and welfare of communities and the environment, while also ensuring society’s financial health.

This bachelor degree in Civil Engineering is offered by University of Wisconsin Madison. Civil and environmental engineers are also responsible for the operation of these facilities, an aspect of the field that is being rapidly integrated into the Internet of Things with real-time “big data” collection systems for automated control.

Develop and maintain a learning community that pursues new knowledge and understanding, and provides innovative and sustainable solutions to human and ecological needs.

Create, integrate, and transfer civil and environmental engineering knowledge and practice in the development of professionals, leaders, and citizens that help define and serve societal and environmental needs by applying this knowledge and practice in an effective and sustainable manner.

Key Facts

BSCE graduates contribute to their communities through the following career and professional accomplishments:

Design and construct both natural and built processes and systems to efficiently meet determined needs using technical knowledge; modern tools; design principles; ethical practice; and communication, leadership, and team skills.
Utilize measurement and analysis tools along with experimental data in investigating natural and built systems.
Understand and incorporate economic, environmental, political, social, safety and global considerations in design, investigation and construction of natural and built systems.
Engage in lifelong learning to keep pace with the continuous evolution of policies, procedures, technologies and tools for engineering analysis, design, and decision making.
Serve others through participation in professional and/or civic activities and responsibilities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Mathematics and Statistics
Mechanics of Materials
Dynamics
Materials for Constructed Facilities
Civil Engineering Graphics
Geometric Modeling for Design and Manufacturing
Problem Solving Using Computer Tools
Wood Structures
Steel Structures

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

128 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Madison, United States

Disciplines

Civil Engineering & Construction View 509 other Bachelors in Civil Engineering & Construction in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Admissions application
Application fee
Course and grade information from grades 9-12
Two essays: tell us about your academic and personal achievements
One required letter of recommendation
English language proficiency
Official test scores: scores from either the ACT or the SAT

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

44210 USD / year

≈ 44210 USD / year
Out-of-State

44210 USD / year

≈ 44210 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12186 USD / year

≈ 12186 USD / year

Additional Details

Minnesota Resident: $16,638

Living costs

Madison

United States

1015 - 1752 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

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