Civil Engineering Degree

The civil engineering program at Wentworth Institute of Technology 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 Massachusetts colleges that offer civil engineering degrees.

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Wentworth Institute of Technology

106 Central St, Wellesley, MA

Wentworth Institute of Technology, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Boston, MA, the campus offers an urban setting for students to study in. Around 3,800 students enroll at Wentworth Institute of Technology per year.

Areas of study offered at Wentworth Institute of Technology include but are not limited to:

• Architecture
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Engineering Technology
• Engineering
• Computer And Information Sciences

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then studied by the admissions committee. Very common standardized test scores among students accepted to Wentworth Institute of Technology are within the range of 21 to 26 on the ACT, or 1430 to 1740 on the SAT exam. 61% of applicants are accepted to Wentworth Institute of Technology, of which 32% choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at wit.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $28,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's net price calculator to understand their cost of attendance. Students attending Wentworth Institute of Technology may qualify for aid which is generally grants and loans.

The Wentworth Institute of Technology Leopards participate in a number of athletic programs, within the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Ice Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)

For a complete list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please take a look at the school's website at www.wit.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Civil Engineering Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Wentworth Institute of Technology has offered the following programs for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

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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

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).