Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental and Water Resources Engineering

Research conducted in environmental engineering aims to gain a deeper understanding of the physical, chemical and biological processes that influence the health of our environment. Students in the Environmental and Water Resources Engineering PhD program acquire a comprehensive understanding of these processes and apply their knowledge to develop innovative engineering solutions for pollution prevention and treatment, environmental restoration, and sustainable resource management. Additionally, PhD students engage in original research to expand the scientific knowledge base and drive advancements in engineering practices.

When applying to a graduate program in the Department of Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering, students must hold a bachelor's degree in engineering or any mathematical, physical, behavioral, health sciences or related fields. Applicants should have a 3.0 GPA or higher (based on a 4.0 scale) for all undergraduate coursework.

Statement of Purpose

Please upload a brief personal statement describing your educational objectives, your academic experience, and why you're interested in the program. There is no required length or word limit for the statement.

College Transcripts

Copies of transcript(s) for all post-secondary schoolwork must be uploaded with your application for initial review. Upon an offer of admission, accepted applicants will be required to submit official transcripts and proof of degree(s).

Letters of Recommendation

Two letters of recommendation are required to apply to master's programs. Three letters of recommendation are required to apply to PhD programs. Letters are automatically requested when you enter recommenders' names and email addresses in your application. While we will accept letters from professional sources, we strongly prefer letters from professors acquainted with your academic interests, achievements, and abilities.

GRE Scores (optional)

GRE scores are optional for this program. If you would like to take the GRE, you can arrange to take it through the Educational Testing Service (ETS).