Requirements

• Project M.S. – Minimum of 30 credits as follows:
  • 25 credits of graded graduate coursework
  • 1 credit of graded seminar (CE 580)
  • 2 credits for CE 702 (Project; S/U)
  • 2 credits for CE 702 (Exam; S/U)
• Courses Option – Minimum of 32 credits as follows:
  • 27 credits of graded graduate coursework
  • 1 credit of graded seminar (CE 580)
  • 4 credits for CE 702 (oral exam)

NOTE: Students are required to enroll in CE 600 in semesters they are not enrolled in CE 580.  If a student is unable to enroll in CE 600 in a semester due to personal circumstances, a request for a waiver to this requirement must be made by the advisor of the student stating those circumstances. Upon review, the CEE Chair may grant a waiver. Please coordinate with the Graduate Coordinator.

• Coursework and project require approval by the student’s graduate committee.
• Program must be filed no later than the end of the second semester of study. Go to the Graduate school web site for the program of study form.
• General regulations regarding the preparation of a project are set by the department following thesis format and committee requirements.
• Typing, copying, and other associated costs for the preparation of the project report are borne by the student.

Committee

• Committee should include at least three faculty members.
• Students may pursue independent projects or may work with faculty to develop new projects or collaborate on existing projects.
• Students will generally complete their studies in 12 months.

Support

• Scholarships and awards may be awarded to highly qualified students.
• Loans are available for all students through the University’s financial aid office