Graduate Civil & Environmental Admissions
Who can apply, how to apply, requirements, and deadlines.This page provides department-specific guidance for applicants. All official application submission and admissions policies are administered through the University of Utah Graduate School.
Admissions Requirements
M.S. (Master of Science)
- Thesis Option: 24 graduate coursework credits plus 6 research credits and a thesis defense.
- Non-Thesis Option: 30 graduate coursework credits and a final essay-based comprehensive requirement.
Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy)
- Direct-Admit Ph.D. (from B.S.): Minimum 30 graduate coursework credits plus 14 dissertation research credits.
- Traditional Ph.D. (post-M.S.): Minimum 18 graduate coursework credits plus 14 dissertation research credits.
Required Application Materials
All materials must be submitted through the Graduate School online application portal.
- Online application
- Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required upon admission)
- Letters of recommendation
- Statement of purpose
- Resume or CV
- English proficiency documentation (if applicable)
View complete submission instructions on the Graduate School Requirements page.
Application Fees
Application fees and waiver policies are determined by the University. The non-refundable graduate application fee is $55 for domestic applicants and $65 for international applicants. The application fee must be paid in order to consider your application complete.
See the Graduate School's Admissions page for current information.
Deadlines
Spring 2027 applications open: August 1, 2026
Fall Semester (August Start)
- December 31, 2026 — 11:59 PM: First consideration for funding
- February 28, 2027 — 11:59 PM: Considered for remaining funding
Spring Semester (January Start)
- August 31, 2026 — 11:59 PM
For updated university-wide deadlines and policies, visit the Graduate School Admissions page.
Funding and Assistantships
- Departmental assistantships are awarded in conjunction with admissions decisions.
- Applicants meeting the first-consideration deadline are reviewed first for funding.
- Additional fellowship and funding opportunities are available through the Graduate School.
Learn more about university funding opportunities on the Graduate School Funding page.
Contact
For department-specific questions regarding program fit or degree pathways, contact the Civil & Environmental Engineering Graduate Advisor.
