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Program Overview
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The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Temple University offers the Master of Science in Engineering (MSE). Students choose between a research (thesis or project) or, with the permission of the department, a course-work only option. Students pursuing the thesis option must complete 24 semester hours of graduate-level coursework and 6 semester hours of thesis work. Students pursuing the project option must complete 27 semester hours of graduate-level coursework plus an independent research project. Students may choose to follow one of two tracks: Civil Engineering Systems or Environmental Engineering.
The College of Engineering also offers a PhD in Engineering degree program. Students completing the doctoral degree may undertake research activities in one of the Department's active areas of research as outlined below. The PhD in Engineering program is intended for outstanding individuals who wish to pursue careers in industry, government, or academia in a high level, creative environment. The degree requires 15 semester hours of didactic coursework in Engineering, physical sciences, and/or Mathematics, and 15 semester hours of research beyond the master's degree. All doctoral students must pass a qualifying exam and a preliminary exam, complete and defend a doctoral dissertation, and publish at least two articles in peer-reviewed journals or conference proceedings.
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Admissions
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Students admitted to the MSE program typically have an undergraduate engineering degree from an ABET-accredited institution or equivalent. Students with a strong background in physical sciences and mathematics may also be considered for admission but may be required to complete engineering prerequisites. An overall GPA of at least 3.0 on a scale of 4.0 is required for admission to the MSE in Civil Engineering program. Minimum GRE scores of 450 verbal, 650 quantitative, and 4.5 analytical are required for all applicants. A minimum TOEFL score of 550 (213 on the computer-based test; 79 on the Internet-based test) is required for international applicants whose native language is not English.
The typical candidate for the PhD in Engineering degree will have a master's degree with a thesis. PhD applicants who are required to take the TOEFL must score at least 550 on the paper-based test, 213 on the computer-based test, and 79 on the internet-based test. Additionally, PhD applicants must have a minimum GRE score of 450 verbal, 650 quantitative, and 4.5 analytical. The College of Engineering at Temple University will consider applications received after the stated deadline; however, it cannot be guaranteed that they will be processed in time for the desired semester.
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Highlights
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- New environmental biotechnology and environmental chemistry laboratories
- Students have access to Temple's TECH Center, an ultra–modern technology facility
- Degree can be completed on full-time or part-time basis
- Teaching assistantships, research assistantships, and university–wide fellowships are available to qualified students
- MSE students can opt to complete a research or coursework-only option
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Program Facts
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| Program Founded | 1984 | | Program Start Dates | August, January | | Expected Length Master's | 2 years | | Expected Length PhD | 4 years | | # of Faculty | 9 | | % Highest Degree in Field | 100% | | # Endowed Chairs/Profs | 0 | | Annual Research Funding | varies |
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Study Options
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Assistantships, part–time and full–time study
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Student Profile - Masters
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| Students Applied/yr | varies | | Students Accepted/yr | varies | | Students Enrolled/yr | varies | | Total Program Enrollment | varies | | # of International Students | varies |
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Student Profile - Doctorate
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| | | | Students Applied/yr | varies | | Students Accepted/yr | varies | | Students Enrolled/yr | varies | | Total Program Enrollment | varies | | # of International Students | varies |
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Admissions at a Glance
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| Application Fee | $60 online applications, $65 paper applications | | GRE Score | 450 verbal, 650 quantitative, 4.5 analytical |
Domestic Student Application Deadlines:
July 1st for fall admission, November 1st for spring admission
International Student Application Deadlines:
December 15th for fall admission, August 1st for spring admission
Minimum English Requirements:
550 pbt, 213 cbt, 79 ibt
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Annual Expenses (in US$)
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| In-State Student Tuition: | | | Master's | $10,674 | | PhD | $10,674 | | Out-of-State Student Tuition: | | | Master's | $15,426 | | PhD | $15,426 | | International Student Tuition: | | | Master's | $15,426 | | PhD | $15,426 |
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Expenses and Financial Support
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For the 2008 - 2009 academic year, tuition for Pennsylvania residents is $593 per semester hour and $857 for out of state and international students. Teaching assistantships, which include a stipend and full tuition support, are available for full–time students on a competitive basis. Research assistantships are also available; however, they are offered only after an interview with the faculty member responsible for the research. All full-time applicants are considered for support and selection is based on academic records, test scores, letters of reference, and other credentials. Students may also be nominated by their department for a university-wide fellowship, which are awarded on a competitive basis. Additional financial aid information is available at Temple University's Office of Student Financial services at www.temple.edu/sfs.
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Buildings and Facilities
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The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering has several laboratory facilities for carrying out advanced research. The Environmental Engineering experimental laboratories of the Department occupy over 3300 square-feet of space, and are equipped for research in the physical, chemical, and biological aspects of water quality and solid wastes. Facilities in the science departments at Temple University are also available for collaborative research. Students also have access to Temple University's TECH Center, a 75,000-square-foot modern technology facility that is the largest of its kind in the nation.
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International Students
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Temple University has a diverse international student population, with students from more than 100 countries enrolled in its programs. The Office of International Services (OIS) assists international students with issues including orientation, cultural adjustments, living conditions, academic concerns, and finances. Information and assistance with the policies of the US Citizen and Immigration Services is also available.
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Research Areas
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Biomediation, Environmental engineering, Emerging contaminants, Fate of pollutants in ground water, Flow in porous media, Green engineering, Multifractal applications, Pavement engineering, Photcatalytic processes, Remediation of oil spills, Surface and subsurface hydrology, Sustainable engineering, Water resources engineering, Water treatment and remediation.
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Faculty
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- Abboud, B.E. PhD, Drexel University
- Boufadel, M. PhD, University of Cincinnati
- Brooks, R.M. PhD, University of California Berkeley
- Cooper, A. PhD, University of Florida
- Khoury, N. PhD, University of Oklahoma
- Miller, W. PhD, University of Pennsylvania
- Serrano, S. PhD, University of Waterloo
- Suri, R. PhD, Michigan Technological University
- Udo-Inyang, P. PhD, University of Missouri-Columbia
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