PhD in Civil Engineering at Brigham Young University
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PhD in Civil Engineering at Brigham Young University
Brigham Young University offers the PhD of Civil Engineering as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Provo , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 4 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for civil engineering and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on September 5, 2026.
About PhD in Civil Engineering
Is Competent in fundamental civil engineering math and science.
Problem Solving
Solves applied problems using state of the art tools and methods in at least one of the Civil and Environmental Engineering specialty areas: geotechnical, structures, transportation/materials, or water resources/environmental.
Researching Relevant Literature
Appreciates the contributions of others and can research the relevant literature of the chosen specialty discipline.
Researching Independently
Researches independently, thus making a contribution to new science in chosen specialty.
Articulating and Teaching Challenging Technical Problems
Articulates results of challenging technical problems to the intended audience with an ability to teach these difficult concepts to others.
Requirements and Admission Criteria for PhD in Civil Engineering at Brigham Young University
Entry Requirements
Every applicant must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Application - Submit an application by the program deadline
- $50 non-refundable application fee
- Honor Code Commitment and Ecclesiastical Endorsement
- Receive at least a 3.0 grade-point average in the cumulative undergraduate GPA from a regionally accredited university in the United States, or a comprehensive grade-point average of 3.0 from an equivalent university outside the United States. GPAs from international institutions will be calculated by a credential-evaluation service as noted below.
- The following accrediting organizations in the United States are acceptable:
- Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
- New England Association of Schools and Colleges
- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
- Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
- The following accrediting organizations in the United States are acceptable:
- Evidence of Bachelor’s Degree and Transcripts
Additionally, international applicants must take the TOEFL or IELTS English Proficiency Exam and meet university English proficiency minimums. Please note that some departments may have higher requirements.
LDS applicants need an ecclesiastical endorsement interview with a bishop and a stake president. Non-LDS applicants need an ecclesiastical endorsement from their local religious leader and a phone interview with the BYU Chaplain. Continuing and currently enrolled BYU students applying for graduate school, as well as full-time BYU employees applying for a graduate program, must also obtain a new endorsement. All applicants are encouraged to complete the Ecclesiastical Endorsement process well in advance of their respective graduate program application deadlines to prevent possible delays in being considered for admission.
Start this process at endorse.byu.edu.
English Requirements
- PTEMin 53
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 80
Fee Information
Application Fee 50
How to Apply
- Be willing to live to the Honor Code
- Submit ACT or SAT score (if required)
- Submit English Proficiency Score (If required)
- Submit full documentation of all required transcripts. Some U.S. applicants may have completed foreign high school or college work. This work will need evaluation by a third-party credential evaluation company. See Evaluating International Work for more details.
PhD in Civil Engineering at Brigham Young University
Brigham Young University
United States of America, Provo