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PhD Civil and Environmental Engineering at Tufts University

Tufts University, United States

Programme overview

The Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering at Tufts University is a research-oriented doctoral program for students who want to develop deep expertise in a specific area of civil or environmental engineering. Students work closely with faculty mentors on individualized programs of study in areas such as public health engineering, environmental and water resources engineering, geosystems engineering, and structural engineering and mechanics.

Faculty: School of Engineering  |  Department: Civil and Environmental Engineering  |  Duration: 3 - 5 years  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: Fall, Spring  |  Location: Medford, MA, United States

What you will study

Doctoral study in civil and environmental engineering is highly individualized. Students develop a program of study with faculty guidance, combining coursework and independent research in a chosen area of specialization.

Career pathways

A Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering can support advanced research, teaching, technical leadership, consulting, public-sector, and innovation-focused career paths.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Resume/CV; Personal Statement; Transcripts; Three letters of recommendation; Official TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo test scores (if applicable); GRE General Test scores are not required; Portfolio (optional)

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Fall, Spring

Duration: 3 - 5 years

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