Civil Engineering, B.S.

Full-time Faculty: X. Yu, J. Scire, F. Li, T. Ioppolo, Q. Liu, W. Zeng, F. Han, J. Seidel

New York Institute of Technology offers courses leading to the Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering at the Long Island campus. The program will prepare students to address critical infrastructure needs that directly enhance communities and the built environment.

The Civil Engineering, B.S. program emphasizes design, analysis, and applications in civil engineering projects and culminates in a capstone project that looks at civil engineering solutions to economic and societal issues. Students will receive a strong professional foundation in areas such as structural design, transportation systems, water resources, and geotechnical engineering through an industry-informed curriculum in preparation for a career in civil and construction engineering.

Educational Outcomes and Career Objectives

This proposed program will prepare versatile civil engineers who can:

Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
Apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
Recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.

New York Tech strives to provide career-oriented professional education and access to opportunities for all qualified students. It also supports research and scholarship that benefits the larger world. The Civil Engineering, B.S. provides qualified students with access to entry into and advancement along a career path in civil engineering. The program serves to empower students with the tools they need to successfully operate in this industry through a curriculum that includes applied engineering, science, and mathematics. Students benefit from New York Tech's technology-enabled community, drawing on the assets of a wider workforce to prepare them to pursue careers in a globally integrated economy that rewards learning, innovation, and teamwork. Our program ensures that research-based knowledge translates into practice.

Expected Date of Accreditation: 2029

This program has specific admission requirements, in addition to the general application materials listed below.

Admission Requirements

First Year

If the student took the SAT, a minimum combined SAT score of 1080 (critical reading and math only), including a minimum score of 550 in math
- If the student did not take the SAT/ACT or the student does not meet the SAT/ACT score requirement, they may be admitted to this program but must successfully complete Calculus I within the first three semesters. If the student is unable to successfully complete Calculus I in the first three semesters, their advisor will work with them to either choose another major within the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences, or choose a major in another college/school at New York Institute of Technology.
Three years of math

Transfer Students

Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.3
Completed at least 12 credits of required math, physics, computer science, and engineering. Students may also satisfy these requirements by passing challenge examinations in these areas as provided for by university policies.

Students who have not chosen a specific program in engineering as a major or who do not fully satisfy the entrance requirements for engineering may be classified with an "undeclared status" in the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences up to the end of their second year. Transfer students and students who have completed more than two years of coursework should check with both their academic and financial aid advisors regarding their status as majors.

Application Materials

Completed application
$50 nonrefundable application fee
Copies of transcripts of all high school work, including college-level courses. Your midyear and final grades will be required. All final, official transcripts must be received prior to the start of your first semester.
Official SAT (critical reading and math only) or ACT test scores. You have the option of submitting results from the previous or redesigned SAT. If you have fewer than 24 credits of previous college work completed, you will need to submit official SAT or ACT scores.
- SAT Code: 2561, ACT Code: 2832
Two letters of recommendation
300–350 word essay on one of the following topics:
- Tell us about your career goals and why attending New York Tech would further these goals.
- Describe the achievement of which you are most proud and why.

International Students Special Requirements

Academic Standards

Students enrolled in this program must successfully complete Calculus I within the first three semesters. If the student is unable to successfully complete Calculus I within the first three semesters, an academic advisor will work with the student to choose another major within the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences or a major in another school or college at the university.

Students enrolled in the Civil Engineering, B.S. program must earn a grade of C- or higher in all core engineering courses (CENG XXX, MENG XXX courses).

In the case of a transfer student, grades of D+ or lower are not transferable for any CENG or MENG courses.

Undeclared students who intend to pursue the Civil Engineering, B.S. program must meet the conditions above in order to qualify for entrance into the program.

Repeating courses may impact eligibility for financial aid. Students should consult with a financial aid advisor before registering for a repeated course.