Welcome!

At Texas A&M University-Kingsville, we offer a Master of Science Degree in Civil Engineering and a Master of Science Degree in Architectural Engineering.  We also offer a Certificate in Construction Management.  For questions about our graduate programs or advising, please contact Dr. Jong-Won Choi, Graduate Coordinator for the Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering.  

Our department also participates in the Ph.D. in Engineering (Civil Engineering Specialization) program.  This doctoral program requires 63 credit hours for students who have previously completed an M.S. degree.  Students who have completed only a B.S. may be admitted directly into the Ph.D. in Engineering program but will need to complete 93 credit hours.  Please contact Dr. Mahesh Hosur, Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Studies, for more information.

The College of Graduate Studies automatically evaluates graduate applicants for fellowship opportunities.  Limited research and teaching assistantship positions exist through the department, as well. 

Fast-track program

TAMUK undergraduate students interested in completing the M.S. are strongly encouraged to speak with Dr. Choi and Dr. Bailey about beginning the fast-track program in their senior year.  The fast-track program allows a student to take graduate coursework early.  Up to 3 graduate courses can be used towards upper-level engineering electives.

Admission

Both our degrees require a minimum GPA of 2.6 on a 4.0 scale in a closely related undergraduate degree. We also require demonstration of English proficiency.  See individual program pages for specific details.  Students may be asked to complete preparatory coursework if their undergraduate degree differs substantially from the master's degree they are seeking.   

Applications and additional information can be found on the Graduate Admissions website.  An application fee is required.  We are unable to waive the application fee.