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Civil Engineering Degree
The civil engineering program at Mississippi State 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 Mississippi colleges that offer civil engineering degrees.
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Mississippi State University
51 Main Street, Perkinston, MS
MSU provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Mississippi State, Mississippi and publically funded. As a land grant institution this school is one of the larger public institutions in the state of Mississippi. MSU enrolls nearly 20,000 yearly, making it one of the largest schools in the state.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs MSU offers:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Education
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Communications And Journalism
- Psychology
To be considered for admissions, students may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Students may take either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score between 970 - 1235 on the SAT, or 20 - 27 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. Approximately 60% of all students that applied were admitted at this school, with 47% of those accepted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.
The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $6,400 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $16,000 annually. The price of on-campus housing is about $5,100 for the year. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that are eligible by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.
Athletic programs are available at MSU through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs available include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-A)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-A)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-A)
Students who would like to view more about MSU can check out their website at http://www.msstate.edu/.
Students Enrolled in the Civil Engineering Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Mississippi State University has offered the following programs for students:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Bachelor's Degree | 89 |
Master's Degree | 19 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 84 |
Female | 24 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Asian | 3 |
Black | 6 |
Hispanic | 2 |
White | 97 |
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 Mississippi State University, 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
Salary & Wages
- Gulfport-Biloxi-Pascagoula, MS
- Total Employment: 280
- Average Hourly Rate: $57.71
- Average Annual Salary: $120030
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
Salary & Wages
- Gulfport-Biloxi-Pascagoula, MS
- Total Employment: 210
- Average Hourly Rate: $39.38
- Average Annual Salary: $81920
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 admission details below may give an overview of the students Mississippi State University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Mississippi State University may provide services to students like those listed below:- Online classes
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
- Child care
Intercollegiate Athletics
Mississippi State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FBS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Southeastern Conference)
- Basketball (Southeastern Conference)
- Track and Field (Southeastern Conference)
- Football (Southeastern Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball