Program Quick Facts
A High-Paying Career
The median annual wage for civil engineers was $95,890 in 2023, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
100% Online
Flexible, online classes make it easier to reach your goals while balancing work and family life.
Affordable Tuition
NMSU Global Campus offers competitively priced tuition and scholarship opportunities.
Become a Leader in Engineering
The Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering from NMSU Global Campus was designed for practicing engineers to take their careers to the next level. In this 100% online, coursework-only graduate program, you’ll elevate your technical knowledge and practical skills to thrive in this growing field.
With a variety of electives to choose from in environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering, structural engineering, and more, this dynamic master’s program can be tailored to your professional goals. By the time you graduate, you’ll be well-equipped to tackle complex engineering jobs in a variety of high-paying, in-demand industries.
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Graduates of the Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering program at NMSU Global Campus enjoy a wide variety of professional options:
- Environmental Impact Analyst
- Geotechnical Engineer
- Structural Engineer
- Transportation Engineer
- Water Resources Planner
“I come from a Hispanic family. I'm very proud of my heritage and very proud to be a female engineer out there trying to make a difference in the world.”
Jessica G., Class of 2024
In the MECE program at NMSU Global Campus, you’ll receive a holistic and well-rounded civil engineering education. This 100% online program offers electives in environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering, structural engineering, water resources and agricultural engineering, and transportation and construction.
As you work toward your degree, you’ll have the opportunity to take classes in each of these five subject areas — or, if you prefer, you may hone in on two of them to gain strong expertise in your specializations. No matter which option you choose, you’ll learn how to apply complex civil engineering concepts to practical, real-world scenarios.
Delivery Format: 100% online
Program Credits: 30-31 credits
Program Length: 2 years full-time; up to 5 years part-time
Cost Per Credit Hour: $444.40* base tuition + $39/credit tuition differential***
Active Military Cost Per Credit Hour: $250* + $39/credit tuition differential***
College: Engineering
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The coursework-only Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering degree requires a total of 30-31 credits. This includes seven electives in civil, environmental, and/or agricultural engineering (21-22 credits) and one general elective course (3 credits). You’ll also have the option to take up to two electives from engineering disciplines outside the department, or other areas of interest outside the college.
| Sample Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| C E 535: Technical Communication for Engineers | 3 |
| ENVE 557: Surface Water Quality Modeling | 3 |
| C E 479: Pavement Analysis and Design | 3 |
| C E 510: Introduction to Nondestructive Testing | 3 |
| C E 545: Advanced Concrete Design | 3 |
At NMSU Global Campus, we strive to offer competitively priced tuition to keep your tuition costs affordable. If you need financial aid, we’re ready to work with you to determine the best ways to finance your education.
Financial assistance includes loans, grants, and scholarship opportunities. To apply, use NMSU’s convenient Scholar Dollar$ one-stop scholarship application, which serves all students in the NMSU system.
NMSU and NMSU Global Campus students are also eligible for loans and grants. The first step in applying for financial aid is to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Learn more about financial aid opportunities at NMSU.
Contact Financial Aid
Phone: 1-888-729-6678
Email: globalFA@nmsu.edu
Accreditation
New Mexico State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Specialized accreditation from other accrediting agencies is also granted for some programs. NMSU’s accreditation ensures that your education meets high-quality standards and that your credits are transferable.
*Terms and conditions apply.
**For NMSU Global Campus programs and courses, the per credit hour cost is listed above. Special tuition agreements (Western Undergraduate Exchange, Descubre, etc.) are not applicable to NMSU Global Campus programs. Course fees still apply and are charged separately. Textbooks, uniforms, equipment, etc., are additional program costs. Additional per credit costs might be charged by the program, department or college.
***In addition to standard NMSU tuition cost per credit hour, there is an additional tuition differential of $39 per credit hour for engineering courses.