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ACCEPTANCE RATE

85.85%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

11:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

12

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$27,132

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Civil Engineering Degree

The civil engineering program at Valparaiso University prepares students for careers with the private industry, consulting firms, and government agencies. The program focuses on applying mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development, and operational evaluation. Program courses include: engineering communication, civil engineering measurements, environmental engineering, reinforced concrete design, steel design, project design and construction management, fluid mechanics, and environmental safety measures. Get more details below including other Indiana colleges that offer civil engineering degrees.

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Valparaiso University (Valpo)

1 University Ave, Angola, IN

Valparaiso University is a nonprofit private school that has a large number of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Valparaiso, IN, in a predominantly suburban area. The Lutheran Church in America affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Around 4,100 students enroll at Valpo annually.

Areas of study offered at Valpo include but are not limited to:

  • Legal Professions And Studies
  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences
  • Engineering
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Recreation And Fitness Studies

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to apply to Valpo. Scores between 23 - 29 on the ACT or 1450 - 1810 on the SAT are recommended to increase your chances for getting accepted. 74% of those who apply are accepted to this school, of which 17 percent choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at valpo.edu.

The cost of tuition is approximately $34,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to use the school's net price calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. On-campus housing is available for students, and generally costs approximately $5,900 each year. Students at Valparaiso University may qualify for aid which is generally scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Valpo "Crusaders" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Available sports offered may include:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)

Students can take a look at the school's http://valpo.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Civil Engineering Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Valpo offers a bachelor's degree program in civil engineering.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male21
Female8

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian1
Hispanic1
White19
Non Resident Alien6
Unknown2

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Civil Engineering program at Valpo, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Architectural and Engineering Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, architectural and engineering managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.0% from 2014 to 2024

Civil Engineers

Description

Perform engineering duties in planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance of building structures, and facilities, such as roads, railroads, airports, bridges, harbors, channels, dams, irrigation projects, pipelines, power plants, and water and sewage systems.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, civil engineers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.4% from 2014 to 2024

Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to the application of physical laws and principles of engineering for the development of machines, materials, instruments, processes, and services. Includes teachers of subjects such as chemical, civil, electrical, industrial, mechanical, mineral, and petroleum engineering. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may give you an idea of the applicants Valparaiso University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, Valparaiso University may offer services like:

  • Distance learning
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Student employment
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Intercollegiate Athletics

Valpo is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Missouri Valley Conference)
  • Basketball (Missouri Valley Conference)
  • Track and Field (Missouri Valley Conference)
  • Football (Pioneer Football League)
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Bowling