Prospective Students
Civil and Construction Engineers shape communities, protect natural habitats, and establish global standards by creating safe forms of shelter, protecting our coastlines and waterways, supplying clean energy, providing access to clean water and sanitation, and allowing for safe and efficient movement of people and goods and more. Graduates are prepared to tackle critical challenges-from enhancing infrastructure resilience to advancing environmental sustainability. Two degree programs are offered by the School: Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE) and Bachelor of Science in Construction Engineering (BSCNE).
Starting Salaries
*Figures reported by Purdue CE/CNE graduating seniors and collected by the Purdue Center for Career Opportunities.
Civil Engineering (Avg) | $70,218 |
Civil Engineering (High) | $110,000 |
Construction Engineering (Avg) | $79,809 |
Construction Engineering (High) | $122,390 |
Top Employers (Spring 2024 Graduating Class)
Kimley-Horn | HNTB |
VS Engineering | Crawford, Murphy & Tilly |
Parson Corporation | Manhard Consulting |
Skanska | American Structurepoint |
Top Internship Companies (Summer 2024)
Kimley-Horn | WSP |
HNTB | AECOM |
Butler, Fairman & Seufert, Inc. | Black & Veatch |
Burns & McDonnell | Kiewit |
"Work hard, don't give up, have vision, be creative and elevate standards while making a positive impact to the community. Most importantly make it fun and love what you do."
– Ersal Ozdemir (BSCE 1997), Chairman & CEO Keystone Group, 2022 Civil Engineering Alumni Achievement Award Recipient
CCE Undergraduate Offices
BSCE Program
Hampton Hall, Room 1141
550 Stadium Mall Drive
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2051
Phone: (765) 494-2166
Fax: (765) 494-0395
Email: ceugrad@purdue.edu
Hours
Monday to Friday
8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
BSCNE Program
Hampton Hall, Room 1219
550 Stadium Mall Drive
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2051
Phone: (765) 494-2244
Hours
Monday to Friday
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
For additional information, please contact the Office of Future Engineers.