Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

For Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, the tuition fee is 56,642 USD per year.

This ABET-accredited program trains innovators to plan, design, and construct national infrastructure, including structures, buildings, bridges, and sustainable materials. Students learn to manage and protect water resources, contributing to a better-designed and sustainable society.

Focus areas include Construction Engineering Management Concentration, Structural Engineering Concentration, Water Resources Engineering Concentration.

The program includes 27 credit hours in civil engineering, 16 in science, 12 in mathematics, 9 in engineering science electives, 3 in a basic science elective, 3 in statistics, 3 in economics, and 21 in professional electives, plus 4 credits for the Clarkson Common Experience.

Graduates make a difference for government agencies, consulting firms, construction companies, urban planning, and environmental and natural resources organizations.

For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 77% of applicants.

Clarkson University in Potsdam, New York, established in 1896, is a private research university that blends technical excellence with a supportive campus community. Home to roughly 4,000 students, including an engaged international cohort, Clarkson emphasizes close faculty mentoring and a collaborative learning culture that helps students develop both technical depth and professional agility.

The university offers about 86 programs across engineering, business, sciences, health disciplines and liberal arts, with a strong emphasis on experiential education. Research, internships, co-op placements and industry partnerships are central to the student experience, allowing learners to apply classroom theory to real projects. Small class sizes and accessible faculty mentoring ensure individualized academic support and opportunities to contribute to meaningful research and design work.

Graduates leave with practical skills, workplace experience and professional networks that support careers in industry, research and entrepreneurship. Clarkson also provides student services for international applicants, including orientation, visa guidance and career advising. For students seeking rigorous STEM and business education with hands-on learning and clear pathways to professional outcomes, Clarkson offers a focused and supportive environment.