About PhD Program,
Work leading to the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) is designed to give the candidate a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of his or her professional field and training in methods of research. The final basis for granting the degree shall be the candidate’s grasp of the subject matter of a broad field of study and a demonstrated ability to do independent research. In addition, the candidate must have acquired the ability to express thoughts clearly and forcefully in both oral and written languages. The degree is not granted solely for the completion of coursework, residence and technical requirements, although these must be met.
The civil engineering doctoral program within the department has eight areas of specialty that a student can focus on. Each area covers a different aspect of civil engineering that can be found in today’s society.
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
Students are eligible for to schedule the preliminary examination in the Academic Requirements Completion System (ARCS) if they meet the following list of eligibility requirements:
Student is registered at Texas A&M University for a minimum of one semester credit hour in the long semester or summer term during which any component of the preliminary examination is held. If the entire examination is held between semesters, then the student must be registered for the term immediately preceding the examination.
An approved degree plan is on file with the Graduate and Professional School prior to commencing the first component of the examination.
Student’s cumulative GPA is at least 3.000
Student’s degree plan GPA is at least 3.000.
At the end of the semester in which at least the first component of the exam is given, there are no more than 6 hours of coursework remaining on the degree plan (except 681, 684, 690, 691, 692, 693, 695, 697, 791, or other graduate courses specifically designated as S/U in the course catalog). The head of the student’s department (or Chair of the Interdisciplinary Degree Program, if applicable) has the authority to approve a waiver of this criterion.
PhD Funding Coverage,
The Zachry Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering is offering multiple fully supported fellowships for graduate students who want to pursue doctoral degrees. These four year fellowships will include tuition, fees, stipend and professional development opportunities.
Students with a bachelor’s degree and demonstrated high academic achievement are eligible to start doctoral studies without a master’s degree. Students aspiring for faculty positions will complete professional development courses with the Center of Teaching Excellence and be eligible for the Graduate Teaching Fellows program that provides classroom experience; travel funding to attend professional conferences is also available. Continued support for the four years will be commensurate with academic performance and progress toward degree completion.
Ranked 9th among civil and environmental engineering programs at public institutions, the department offers eight specialty areas and many opportunities for multi-disciplinary research in the college and across the university. With more than 70 civil and environmental engineering faculty who generate a robust research portfolio, our graduate students have access to some of the leading researchers advancing the fields of civil and environmental engineering. Few programs have the combination of resources, faculty expertise, scope of programs, facilities and degree offerings that our students can access to design a degree program that meets their professional objectives.
Online admissions applications and online status checking makes applying to Texas A&M easy. To find out steps to apply and submit an online application, visit our civil and environmental engineering graduate admissions page.
Fellowship candidates will be selected from the pool of applicants and video interviews will be arranged. For questions about the fellowship or graduate program, please contact Laura Byrd or Chris Grunkemeyer in the civil and environmental engineering graduate office.
The department has numerous opportunities for its graduate students to obtain financial assistance through assistantships and fellowships. Unless the applicant has specified in the application that he or she will have external funding, either by a governmental agency or by industry, the departmental graduate advisor assumes each applicant is in need of financial assistance.
Application Requirement,
Holding an accredited baccalaureate degree (of at least three years) from a college, institution or university of recognized standing, or its equivalent, qualifies an applicant for consideration for admission,
An official score on a standardized test may be required by the graduate program to which an applicant is applying. The scores can only be evaluated in a manner which complies with Chapter 51, Subchapter W of the Texas Education Code, Admissions and Scholarship policies for Graduate and Professional Programs,
Transcripts, official transcripts with degree confirmation, diploma(s)
Letters of recommendation,
Professional and/or academic experience and performance,
Promise of ability to pursue advanced study and research satisfactorily,
Adequate preparation to enter graduate school in the specific discipline or field of study,
CV/resume.
In addition to the above University admission requirements, some colleges, departments, and programs require indicators of success, such as a portfolio or personal interview. Each applicant should check the specific program admission requirements and deadlines for completing an application file.
Application Deadline,
Mar 15, 2025
Application Fee,
- S. Citizen/Domestic Applicants: $123 – Texas A&M University fee ($65) + Engineering Processing Fee ($58)
- International Applicants: $148 – Texas A&M University fee ($90) + EngineeringCAS Processing Fee ($58)
