Civil Engineers design, build and maintain the foundations for our civilization. From roads to energy systems and infrastructures for a cleaner environment they are tasked with helping our civilization grow. Students in the Civil Engineering program can explore four areas of study: water resources, structures, geotechnical, and management engineering.
Building Engineer
Water Hygiene Engineer
Urban Planner
Fire Engineer
Construction Manager
Transport Planner
Environmental Engineer
Structural Engineer
Consulting Engineer
Nuclear Engineer
The UTRGV Civil Engineering department taught me many things to be successful in the engineering industry. I learned more than just academics, I learned how collaborate and communicate with others to accomplish mutual goals.
Roberto Hernandez, Civil Engineering (BS)
UTRGV Tuition Advantage
Launching in Fall 2022, this program will cover the cost of tuition and mandatory fees for students with a family income of $125,000 or less.
Being a Vaquera means representing the Rio Grande Valley and showing the world that we are just as hardworking and capable of making an impact in the world as any other school. I am a proud Vaquera. V’s up!