Overview

We are very excited and pleased to let you know that our Bachelor of Science in Engineering program was approved recently by West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission and Higher Learning Commission (HLC). There are two engineering options: (1) Civil Engineering and (2) Chemical Engineering

Overview

At West Virginia State University you learn from caring and knowledgeable faculty. The 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio means your receive one-on-one interaction allowing you to grow and excel. We give you the academic and professional skills you need to achieve your goal of becoming a Civil Engineer or Chemical engineer.

The Mission of WVSU reads “West Virginia State University will meet the higher education and economic development needs of the state and region through innovative teaching and applied research”. As engineering is one of the main engines of the economy, and as according to WV Economic Outlook 2016, the chemicals industry accounts for one-fifth of manufacturing sector jobs and nearly 40% of the manufacturing sector's economic output in West Virginia, this program at WVSU will produce graduates well prepared for the needs of the state and the region.

Civil engineers conceive, design, build, supervise, operate, construct and maintain infrastructure projects and systems in the public and private sector, including roads, buildings, airports, tunnels, dams, bridges, and systems for water supply and sewage treatment. Many civil engineers work in planning, design, construction, research, and education.

Civil engineers also must present their findings to the public on topics such as bid proposals, environmental impact statements, or property descriptions.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Problem Solving
Engineering Graphics
Statics
Dynamics
Mechanics of Materials
Fluid Mechanics
Thermodynamics
Material and Energy Balances

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

135 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Charleston, United States

Disciplines

General Engineering & Technology View 1145 other Bachelors in General Engineering & Technology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application Fee $20- Non-refundable
Official high school transcript (2.0 cumulative GPA)
Immunization Records (if born after January 1, 1957

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

14990 USD / year

≈ 14990 USD / year
Out-of-State

14990 USD / year

≈ 14990 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9570 USD / year

≈ 9570 USD / year

Living costs

Charleston

United States

678 - 1130 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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Overview

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Charleston

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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