Accelerated Dual Degree: Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Master of Science in Civil Engineering

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The Accelerated Dual Degree Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Master of Science in Civil Engineering offers students in the Civil & Environmental Engineering Department an unparalleled opportunity to fast-track their careers. With just one additional year of coursework, students can earn a master’s degree in civil engineering in addition to their BS degree, setting themselves apart in a competitive job market.

Through our accelerated program, students take 6 credits of graduate level courses in their final year of undergraduate studies. The remaining 24 credits of coursework can be taken as 6 credits in the summer and 9 credits in each of the fall and spring semesters, or as 12 credits each in the fall and spring semesters, allowing for an internship during the summer before the final year of studies. Students benefit from reduced tuition costs, because the first 6 credits (if their course schedule has room) are covered by the full-time undergraduate tuition. By participating in this program, students gain advanced technical knowledge and develop a comprehensive understanding of CEE principles and practices, giving them a significant edge in their future careers.

Undergraduate Program Requirements:

As shown in Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Accelerated Program Requirements

Required MA Courses taken as an Undergraduate student: 6 s.h.

Required Specialized Program Courses: 6 s.h.

(also in the list below)

One course will be taken each semester of the final year of undergraduate studies

Required MA Courses taken as a Graduate student: 24 s.h.

Summer Semester

Approved Graduate Math Course : 3 s.h.

MATH 01515 - Engineering Applications of Analysis Credits: 3 (or equivalent determined in consultation with Academic Advisor)

Approved Graduate Business Course: 3 s.h.

Choose one course from among the following:

EM 01501 - Engineering Economics Credits: 3
EM 01511 - Strategic Risk Management Credits: 3
EM 01512 - Quality in Engineering Management Credits: 3
EM 01513 - Engineering Decision Making Credits: 3
EM 01541 - Engineering Law and Ethics Credits: 3
ENT 06506 - Corporate Entrepreneurship Credits: 3
MGT 06510 - Strategic Engineering Management Credits: 3
MGT 06666 - Managing Engineering Teams Credits: 3
MGT 06677 - Management Skills for Engineers Credits: 3
MIS 02526 - Project Management for Engineers Credits: 3

Final Year of Graduate Studies

Required Specialized Courses: 18 s.h.

Choose from the following. The eligible courses include, but are not limited to the following. (Please note that not all courses are offered on a regular basis and should be chosen in consultation with the advisor.)

CEE 08504 - Engineering Estimating Credits: 3
CEE 08512 - Advanced Environmental Treatment Process Principles Credits: 3
CEE 08522 - Site Remediation Engineering Credits: 3
CEE 08531 - Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Credits: 3
CEE 08532 - Pollutant Fate and Transport Credits: 3
CEE 08533 - Integrated Solid Waste Management Credits: 3
CEE 08541 - Advanced Surface Hydrology Credits: 3
CEE 08543 - Advanced Water Resources Engineering Credits: 3
CEE 08544 - Hydraulic Design Credits: 3
CEE 08552 - Foundation Engineering Credits: 3
CEE 08553 - Earth Retaining Systems Credits: 3
CEE 08562 - Advanced Transportation Engineering Credits: 3
CEE 08573 - Advanced Structural Analysis Credits: 3
CEE 08574 - Advanced Structural Mechanics Credits: 3
CEE 08583 - Advanced Steel Design Credits: 3
CEE 08584 - Prestressed Concrete Credits: 3
CEE 08585 - Advanced Reinforced Concrete Credits: 3
CEE 08586 - Bridge Engineering Credits: 3
CEE 08603 - Special Topics for Doctoral Students in Civil Engineering Credits: 3
CEE 08675 - Fracture Mechanics Credits: 3
ENGR 01510 - Finite Element Analysis Credits: 3
ENGR 01580 - Advanced Viscoelasticity Credits: 3

Total Required Credits for the Graduate Portion of the Program: 30 s.h.

This number includes the graduate credits taken in the undergraduate program. Senior Privilege and BS/MS Accelerated Degree Program (ADD) are separate programs and cannot be combined.

Total Required Credits for the Entire ADD Program: 150 s.h.

Requirements for Admission:
Students who have completed at least 80 credits of the standard undergraduate curriculum may apply. The undergraduate foundation courses must be completed. Once admitted, students must maintain good standing both as a CEE major and with the requirements for the ADD.

To be admitted to the program, students must meet the following requirements:

A minimum overall GPA of 3.0 in undergraduate coursework
Completion of undergrad foundation courses
A recommendation from a faculty member

To apply, the students must meet with the Program Coordinator prior to moving onto the graduate portion of the program. Students who meet the above criteria can complete an application which includes:

Review the admission and graduation requirements.
Download and complete the CADP Student Agreement and Confirmation Form.
Typed statement of professional goals
A recommendation from a faculty member
Submit the form and statement of professional objectives to the CEE graduate program coordinator.

Requirements for Graduation:
Students must meet requirements for graduation with a B.S. in Civil Engineering and complete all the requirements for the MS in Civil Engineering. The student maintains a 3.0 GPA in graduate coursework with no graduate course grades below B-.

Contingency for Students who do not complete the Master of Science program:
Students who enter the CAPD but do not maintain satisfactory progress or who simply choose not to continue pursuing the degree will be allowed to apply up to 6 credits of graduate coursework to theB.S. in Civil & Environmental Engnieering program. If the student “opts out”, any remaining credits needed to complete the 120 hour undergraduate degree will be selected through consultation between the advisor, the program/department, and the student.

Program Advisor
Gilson R. Lomboy
Advisor
Rowan Hall Room 136
lomboy@rowan.edu