Civil Engineering, PhD
Doctorate in Civil Engineering
Curriculum
Each doctoral student works out an individual degree plan with their advisor tailored to their needs. The degree requires the completion of at least 60 credit hours beyond the master's degree.
Degree Requirements
- At least 75% of coursework must include 5000 and 6000 level courses
- A minimum of 15 hours at the 6000 level with a grade of SR for the doctoral dissertation must be complete. The maximum number of dissertation hours (6000 with a grade of SR) permissible must not exceed three-fourths of the total credit hours
- Credit for all courses on the graduate plan of study must have been awarded within 10 years of completion of all degree requirements
- A minimum of 30 in-residence credit hours are required
- Non-Course requirements:
Doctoral Candidacy
Dissertation Defense
Dissertation Submission/Approval
Research and Faculty
Dr. Tyler Ley, professor of civil and environmental engineering, received the Medal for Excellence in Teaching at a Research University. His 20 years of experience as a professional engineer in design and construction, coupled with his creativity and passion for teaching have earned him top ratings among OSU students.
Admissions
There are six academic areas for graduate study in the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering. Applicants must apply for acceptance into one of the following areas of study:
- Construction Engineering and Management
- Environmental Engineering
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Structural Engineering and Mechanics
- Transportation Engineering
- Water Resources Engineering
Cost & Assistance
OSU and the Stillwater community in general are especially affordable places for graduate students. Oklahoma State University's estimation of a graduate student's annual costs is $18,820 for Oklahoma residents, $29,150 for out-of-state students, and $34,588 for international students.