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CEE welcomes 223 juniors, up from 146, as outreach and industry demand draw more students to the department. Inside a hands-on lab where students put concrete to the test. The priority deadline for autumn 2026 is December 15. We are hiring a tenure-track assistant professor with a focus in sustainable infrastructure. UW CEE ranks #10 out of 152 civil engineering graduate programs in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 rankings.

Explore how our graduate programs combine hands-on research, professional impact and academic excellence. Mailing Address: Civil & Environmental Engineering University of Washington 201 More Hall, Box 352700 Seattle, WA 98195-2700 Physical Address: 3760 E. Stevens Way NE Seattle, WA 98195 Office Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Department ChairBart Nijssennijssen@uw.edu Karen HeathAssistant to the Chair and Academic HR Specialist206-543-8883karenh3@uw.edu International students are not eligible to receive an F-1 visa I-20 or the J-1 DS-2019 from the University of Washington for this program. © 2023 University of Washington | Seattle, WA Start your journey towards a career in civil and environmental engineering with CEE! There are many pathways for admission into our department, and different deadlines you will want to keep in mind as you prepare to apply.

Use the information below to understand the process and plan your application. If you were admitted to the UW as a first-year and selected engineering-undeclared or an engineering major (other than computer engineering) as your first-choice major on your application, you will automatically be considered for... If admitted DTC, you will enter the UW as an Engineering Undeclared (ENGRUD) student and will have the opportunity to explore many engineering disciplines before requesting placement in an engineering major after your first... Admission to DTC is only available in autumn quarter. Welcome to the University of Washington College of Engineering! As an Engineering Undeclared student, your first year will include engineering foundational coursework such as math and science, as well as UW general education courses.

At the end of your first year, you will request placement into an engineering major. The requirements to request placement are as follows: If you meet placement requirements, and list six majors in your placement request, you are guaranteed to be placed into one of the engineering majors. However, you may or may not be placed in your first choice major. Some majors may receive more placement requests than they can accommodate. The department recommends all application materials be submitted prior to the December 15 deadline, particularly if you are requesting funding from the department.

It is the applicant's responsibility to be sure your application is complete. You can do so by checking your application status page. Your application will be marked complete by the department when all required materials have been received. All application materials should be submitted online, including letters of recommendation. Updates to your statement of purpose and resume cannot be made after application is submitted. Official transcripts should not be sent to the department.

Unofficial transcript PDF's are required as part of the online admissions process. If you are offered admission, then the Graduate School will require official transcripts. If offered admission you will be notified where to send transcripts. © 2023 University of Washington | Seattle, WA Environmental Engineering focuses on protecting and preserving the environment through water quality research, air pollution control, wastewater management and more. Hydrology research focuses on the quality and distribution of surface water, groundwater and water management in urban environments.

Hydrodynamics explores the properties of fluids in motion. Structural engineers focus on evaluating the structural integrity of built structures such as buildings and bridges. They also design more resilient structures to withstand hazards such as earthquakes. Transportation engineers solve transportation problems affecting all modes of travel, with a focus on intelligent transportation systems, infrastructure construction and freight and logistics. Construction, Energy and Sustainable Infrastructure researchers address pressing needs of society related to some of the biggest infrastructure challenges. Do you want to make a difference in the world?

From combating the climate crisis to reducing the impact of natural hazards to designing solutions that support an equitable future, civil and environmental engineers solve problems and critical challenges to build the world of... The UW Civil & Environmental Engineering (CEE) Department prepares students with the technical skills and leadership abilities needed to design, build and maintain solutions that increase resilience and sustainability in the built and natural... Through coursework and research, students learn how to design and develop solutions for society’s most pressing problems, called Grand Challenges. In their future careers, CEE students will be empowered to: In a highly collaborative field, civil and environmental engineers work closely with professionals from many disciplines to design and complete projects that address society’s basic needs and greatest challenges. Civil engineers plan, design, construct and manage major public and private infrastructure and facilities, including buildings, roads, airports, bridges and water treatment facilities.

Environmental engineers utilize scientific and engineering principles to improve the quality of the environment. They safeguard the world and its people from environmental impacts caused by natural and human activities. Anna Egeland Graduate Academic Adviser More 201F 206-543-5092 anegelan@uw.edu Kimbo Smith Graduate Student Adviser More 201K 206-543-2574 kas3fs@uw.edu Marina Bydalek Undergraduate Academic Counselor More 201H 206-221-9165 mbydalek@uw.edu Maya Frame Grants Manager More 201E 206-685-6645 maya0814@uw.edu

Civil and environmental engineering deals with the planning, design, construction, and management of facilities serving the needs of people. These activities focus on: transportation infrastructure and construction; heavy construction; hydrology and hydrodynamics; structures, mechanics, and geotechnical engineering; wastewater treatment, and water-quality management; solid- and hazardous-waste disposal; and air quality management. A civil engineer may specialize in one or several of these activities and may further specialize in a particular function, such as design or management. The department is organized into six academic areas: construction engineering; transportation engineering; geotechnical engineering; structural engineering and mechanics; environmental engineering; and hydrology and hydrodynamics. The Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering degree provides students a broad-based educational experience, enabling them to address complex and multi-faceted civil engineering problems in construction, transportation, structural transportation, water, and environmental engineering. After completing the required 300-level core curriculum, students may explore the areas of their interest with greater focus in their senior year or explore a variety of topics at the 400-level.

See section on College of Engineering Admission for additional details on Direct-to-College admission and placement process for Engineering Undeclared students. The deadline to submit a request for placement in an engineering major occurs annually on July 1. If the number of Engineering Undeclared students requesting the major exceeds the department capacity for such students, a matching process is implemented. Factors considered include performance in prerequisite courses, quality of overall academic record, content of personal statement, applicable work or extracurricular activities, and other special circumstances as disclosed by the applicant. Engineering Undeclared students in good standing with respect to the continuation criteria described below may request placement into an engineering major after completion of minimum requirements as specified below:

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Use the information below to understand the process and plan your application. If you were admitted to the UW as a first-year and selected engineering-undeclared or an engineering major (other than computer engineering) as your first-choice major on your application, you will automatically be considered for... If admitted DTC, you will enter the UW as an Engineering Undeclared (ENGRUD) student and...

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