Bachelor in Civil Engineering (Bachelor's)

At Lafayette College, tuition is Tuition for the 2015-2016 academic year was $50,800..

Students complete design projects involving structural systems, water resources, and transportation networks using real-world engineering standards. They conduct laboratory experiments in materials testing, fluid dynamics, and geotechnical properties. The programme emphasizes hands-on learning through a two-semester capstone design sequence where teams develop full-scale engineering solutions. Students work with faculty on technical problems requiring analysis, modeling, and practical implementation.

Focus areas include Structural Analysis, Environmental Engineering, Transportation Systems, Water Resources Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Project Management.

The programme requires 13 major courses and 13 collateral courses, totaling 130 credits. Students complete a two-semester capstone design sequence and select three civil engineering electives, two science or mathematics electives, and two technical electives.

Graduates work as civil engineers in design firms, construction companies, government agencies, and environmental consulting organizations.

Applicants must have completed high school courses in algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and physics. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is recommended. Required documents include official transcripts and standardized test scores.

The programme totals about 130 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, four-year programme. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 31% of applicants.

Lafayette College’s 200-year legacy is rooted in the liberal arts and shaped by faculty, students, staff, and alumni. Its interdisciplinary curriculum combines liberal arts and engineering, allowing students to build programs across 51 majors and 41 minors. Undergraduate research, innovation, the arts, community engagement, and Division I athletics provide additional ways to develop interests beyond the classroom.

The college is located at 730 High St. in Easton, Pennsylvania. Most students live on campus, creating a residential setting for academic and social life. Student clubs and organizations, athletics, creative activities, and community engagement give students several ways to participate in campus life. Lafayette also offers study-abroad opportunities for students who want to continue their education internationally.

For international students, the college includes students from 60 countries alongside students from 44 states and territories. The campus offers an undergraduate environment connected to both liberal arts and engineering, with faculty mentorship and opportunities for discovery. Applicants can contact Lafayette’s admissions team, request information, visit campus, or apply online as they consider joining the college’s third century.