Prospective Students

Civil and environmental engineers (CEEs) shape the world. Today's CEES go beyond traditional projects like highway and buildings. They're driving innovations in sustainable development by creating smarter transportation systems, developing advanced construction materials, improving waste management, and using tools like artificial intelligence to solve complex challenges. 

A undergraduate degree in civil engineering from Penn State opens the door to a wide range of career paths including project engineers, managers, technical specialists, and leaders in consulting firms, construction companies, and industries. Many graduates of our program also make an impact through public agencies and non-government agencies, working locally or globally to improve communities. Our students learn how to design, build, and maintain the infrastructure tha supports everyday life, from clean water systems to safe transportation networks, all while protecting natural resources and the environment.