Top-Ranked Graduate Education
The graduate program in the Fariborz Maseeh Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering is known worldwide for developing students into leaders in engineering practice, research and education. Texas CAEE provides students with the educational background and teamwork needed to innovate future solutions, technologies and sustainable systems. Start your application today or keep browsing to learn more about the graduate student experience at Texas CAEE.
95%
Of Ph.D. Students Are Fully Funded
#4
Graduate Civil Engineering Program in the U.S.
U.S. News and World Report#7
Graduate Environmental Engineering Program in the U.S.
U.S. News and World Report
Top 5 Reasons to Get Your Texas CAEE Engineering Degree
Generous Financial Support
Texas CAEE offers financial support for most Ph.D. candidates designed to last the length of their degree, including a competitive stipend, paid tuition and health insurance. This support can be offered at admissions or after a candidate's first or second semester.
Innovations in Environment and Sustainability
Texas CAEE is a world leader in environmental and sustainability engineering research and we include Building Energy and Environments, Sustainable Systems and Environmental and Water Resources Engineering in our core research areas.
One of the Nation's Best Cities
Austin is consistently ranked as one of the best cities to live in. We boast a sunny, temperate climate year-round, a robust music, arts and culture scene, natural beauty built directly into the city, and a welcoming open-minded spirit. As a major technology hub with a thriving economy and job market, what starts here changes the world.
Holistic Admissions
Texas CAEE has waived the GRE requirement for Fall 2025 admissions. This change is aligned with our holistic admissions process.
Degree Options
Graduate applicants are expected to have an undergraduate degree in engineering. However, exceptional candidates with other undergraduate degrees can be considered for admission but will be required to complete additional undergraduate leveling courses before beginning graduate work. The leveling courses will depend on the student's background.
Areas of Study
There are ten programs spanning civil, architectural and environmental engineering. However, the interests and research of students and faculty may overlap with more than one track or department.
- Building Energy and Environments
- Construction Engineering and Project Management
- Environmental and Water Resources Engineering
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Infrastructure Materials Engineering
- Mechanics, Uncertainty, and Simulation in Engineering
- Ocean Engineering
- Structural Engineering
- Sustainable Systems
- Transportation Engineering
Environmental Engineer Emma Palmer
"It's really important to know you're not alone."
For Emma Palmer, relationships with her mentors and the welcoming community in Texas CAEE made the Cockrell School of Engineering the place to be.
Ready to Apply?
Application for admission to the Graduate School is a multi-step process. Please review all required admissions materials and prepare your application materials in advance to avoid missing the application submittal window.
Deadlines for Texas CAEE graduate school applications:
- Fall and summer applications are due by December 1
- Spring applications are due by September 1
Start Your Application
Need More Information? Contact:
Kathy McWilliams
Graduate Program Coordinator
Visit Us
Applicants who are offered admission will have the opportunity to visit our world-renowned faculty. To meet with a faculty member outside of a scheduled event, contact them directly.
