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PhD Civil and Environmental Engineering at University of California, Irvine

University of California, Irvine, United States

Programme overview

The Ph.D. indicates attainment of an original and significant research contribution to the state-of-the-art in the candidate’s field, and an ability to communicate advanced engineering concepts. The doctoral program is tailored to the individual needs and background of the student. The detailed program of study for each Ph.D. student is formulated in consultation with a faculty advisor who takes into consideration the objectives and preparation of the candidate.

Faculty: The Henry Samueli School of Engineering  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Irvine, CA, United States

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Application information

Entry requirements

Students applying to the Ph.D. program are admitted based on their qualifications and availability of funding. Ph.D. applicants must submit three letters of recommendation. Detailed program information is available on the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering website .

Domestic applicants: USD 13,722 a year (2026-27). Graduate tuition (resident rate) from the standard Graduate/Credential Student Fees schedule for state-supported graduate degree programmes; the page does not list programmes by name, so this is the standard graduate band. Tuition line only; excludes Stud Source

Graduate applications are submitted online through the UCI graduate application portal; the non-refundable application fee is $135 for U.S. citizens and lawful U.S. permanent residents and $155 for all other applicants. Deadlines are set by each programme. GRE is required by some programmes only; TOEFL or IELTS English proficiency is required of graduate applicants unless waived.

Apply through the official page: https://grad.uci.edu/admissions/

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