Purdue's Civil Engineering Program prepares students to tackle future challenges and serve as key stakeholders in improving our society. Our program offers multiple pathways to a Civil Engineering (BSCE) degree for students to find their passion. With ten open technical electives courses, students can tailor their education towards a desired future career.
Specialty Areas
Purdue Civil Engineering leads in educational discovery with nine academic engineering specialty groups: architectural, construction, environmental, geomatics, geotechnical, hydraulic/hydrologic, materials, structural, and transportation engineering.
Academic Advisors
We're passionate about teaching, coaching, and mentoring students so that they will excel academically and professionally. Please connect with an advisor to get started, learn more, or to map out your next steps.
CCE Padlet
Find co-op, internship, academic & many other resources on the CCE Padlet – your number one CCE communications resource!
Scholarships
Numerous departmental scholarships are available to Civil Engineering students at Purdue, in addition to a wide range of external scholarships. Students are encouraged to submit the CE Scholarship Application to determine eligibility.
Combined BS+MSCE Degree Program
A combined BS + MSCE program is available for outstanding Civil Engineering (BSCE) and Construction Engineering (BSCNE) undergraduate students. This program can be completed in as little as five years (non-thesis and thesis option MSCE are possible) and results in receiving both the BSCE/BSCNE and MSCE degrees.
For Parents
Parent & Family Connections at Purdue University engages family members as partners in their student’s educational journey. By providing information, resources, tools, and services, we work together with families to empower students to be successful.