Master of Science in Civil Engineering
at Western Michigan, Kalamazoo

3.6 /5

(3 Reviews)

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#149 in Civil Engineering in USA

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Master of Science in Civil Engineering
at
Western Michigan
Overview

Western Michigan University offers a 18 to 24 months Master of Science in Civil Engineering at the PG level. The course is among the popular program that international students want to study abroad. As per the Shiksha Popularity Ranking 2025, the Western Michigan University Master of Science in Civil Engineering holds a ranking of #150.

International students are required to take exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo to meet the basic eligibility criteria by submitting valid scores. Students must pay the Western Michigan University tuition fees of USD 25,810 for the Master of Science in Civil Engineering. Additionally, they should plan for other expenses, including accommodation, hostel fees, food, books, supplies, and utilities. The estimated Western Michigan University cost of living is USD 11,160.

Duration	1.5 - 2 years Get Curriculum
Tuition & Fees	₹22.90 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree

Master of Science in Civil Engineering

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Fees
Curriculum
Entry Requirements
Application Process
Rankings
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Master of Science in Civil Engineering
at
Western Michigan
Fees

The total cost of Western Michigan University Master of Science in Civil Engineering is inclusive of the first-year tuition fees and living cost. The first-year tuition fees of Master of Science in Civil Engineering is USD 25,810. Besides the tuition fees, other expenses that a student must be aware of is the cost of living which can be around USD 11,160. It is to be noted that the total cost to study this course may vary as per the additional expenses applied by the university and as per the students’ lifestyle.

Given below is the table that lays out the Western Michigan University Master of Science in Civil Engineering fee breakup:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 22,90,121

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 9,90,227
Insurance	INR 1,69,297

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 88.73 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 11ᵗʰ February 2025

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Master of Science in Civil Engineering
at
Western Michigan
Curriculum

Applicants can click on the green button below to download and check out the Western Michigan University Master of Science in Civil Engineering curriculum. The curriculum PDF includes detailed information about the course such as requirements, concurrent program options, tuition fees, deadlines, career opportunities, etc.

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Master of Science in Civil Engineering
at
Western Michigan
Entry Requirements

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CGPA - 3/4
Applicants are expected to have a background equivalent to that of a student graduating from the department's undergraduate civil and construction engineering degree programs or to obtain such background through specified prerequisite coursework

Applicants are expected to have earned a grade-point ratio of at least 3.00/4.00 on the last four semesters of academic study (at least 60 semester credit hours)

Applicants with a GPA less than 3.00/4.00 can be considered under special circumstances, such as significant related work experience
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TOEFL

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Marks - 54/90
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Marks - 6.5/9
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Master of Science in Civil Engineering
at
Western Michigan
Application Process

Step one

Prepare documents for application

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Three Letter of recommendations are required

A resume or curriculum vitae (CV) is required

Step two

Additional documents required

An official transcript from the institution from which you received your bachelor degree is required, as well as a transcript from the institution(s) where any additional graduate level courses or degrees have been taken/completed. Applicants are not required to submit an official transcript of courses taken/completed at WMU
Copy of passport identification page
Applicant must prepare a statement which covers the following information, and attach it within the online application:
- Summarize your experiences in academic, professional, research, creative, or scholarly activities, and indicate how these experiences make you an ideal candidate for graduate study in your selected program
- Also address how these activities align with the strengths of your chosen program and faculty, and with your professional goals, including future job positions
- This statement (double-spaced and between 500 – 1500 words) should demonstrate your communication skills and writing competence
Proof of English language proficiency
Proof of sufficient funds for the first academic year of study at WMU

Step three

Start your online application

https://wmich.edu/grad/apply

Step four

Application fees for this course

USD 100 = INR 8.87 Thousand

Mode of payment: Credit card

Western Michigan University offers a convenient payment plan option for current charges
The University payment plan allows students to spread the current semester balance over a number of installments
- The actual number of installments, and whether a down payment is required, depends on how early they enroll in the payment plan
- All installments are charged automatically to their checking/savings account, or to a saved credit/debit card
- A convenience fee of 2.85% or $3, whichever is larger, is assessed on each credit/debit card transaction
A $35 enrollment fee is charged for each semester
Fall and Spring semesters have a four (4) payment option. The plan spread the payments out over the semester

Step five

Application deadline

Spring (Jan): 1st July

Summer (May): 1st Dec

*The dates specified are tentative dates as per the previous year records. Our expert counselors can help with exact deadline date. Connect with the expert now!

Master of Science in Civil Engineering
at
Western Michigan
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#69	Aerospace Engineering PG US News & World Report, 2025
#601	Engineering THE (Times Higher Education), 2025

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Western Michigan University
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.6/5

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Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented
Multi-dimensional
Fun loving
Sporty

Student Views

100% students never faced discrimination in this university

Internships3.3

Part time work3.7

Post study jobs3.3

Quality of faculty4

Student Life3.3

Value for money3.7

Public transportation5

Safety3.7

Indian Food2.3

Permanent Immigration3.3

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Master of Science in Industrial Engineering - Batch of 2024

Offered by Western Michigan University

3.5

Western michigan university is academically oriented and has quite a tough course schedule.

Tips: I didn’t get any scholarship but you will avail other benefits here. Transportation is free for WMU students. Faculty is good but can be better. The temperature here is very cold so be ready for that especially if you are from north or central India. Here are some Indian restaurants that I tried but I didn’t like them since the food is not spicy enough for an Indian maybe that’s more to cater for American taste buds. Before coming here get in touch with someone you know like I had a friend from work and maybe you can bond and start living together. Campus is not too big but it’s good you don’t need any rides inside. Overall it is average here.

Likes (Public transportation): Public transportation in the city is good. Also, for WMU students it's free of cost.

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2023Read more

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Master of Science in Engineering Management - Batch of 2023

Offered by Western Michigan University

4.5

Smooth transition from a work-life in India to student life in tier-2 university in USA

Tips: Apart from all the relevant courses and graduation plans before starting your semester, try to avoid any possible graduation delay. Also, knowing the on-campus job options including scholarship opportunities in their respective departments help you plan finances accordingly. Look for off-campus living options as they are cheaper, safer yet closer to the campus to avoid any additional expenses.

Likes (Student Life): I've never felt out of place ever since I landed in the city. It could possibly be due to, but not limited to, a lot of Indian students around me. Also, ample options as far as fun, part time, internships, and life on campus is concerned. You'll never feel left out, the community is very welcoming. The smoothest transition you could ever imagine.

Dislikes (Safety): Though I've personally never felt unsafe even at odd hours. But we do hear some news once in a while pertaining to student safety on the university blog, that raises a question about overall safety. Once in a while, you might come across news that's disturbing but it's very rare. Mostly it's in the residential areas of the town way far from the student residences. Moreover, there's a dedicated police department for the university significantly taking care of student safety.

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2023Read more

Arbaz Mohammed Verified Icon

Master of Science in Data Science - Batch of 2021

Offered by Western Michigan University

2.7

WMU is a good pricey university with a lot of degrees to choose from.

Tips: Kalamazoo is a small town. If you're a Muslim then you'll have problem finding halal food. There are very few options for assistantship too and it's pretty hard to find them. There are a lot of off-campus housing options and they're pretty cheap. Learn to cook before you come here, you'll need it!

Likes (Public transportation): University provides free transportation anywhere across Kalamazoo (city where the university is located). They also provide good maps and timely updates on buses. There are very few buses running on Sundays, so you might need to find a way for the weekends. Cabs are rare and expensive, but the buses are good and you can manage with them.

Dislikes (Indian Food): I am an Indian Muslim and I only eat halal food. There are barely any restaurants that serve halal and probably none to very few Indian restaurants. There is a subway on campus and there is a huge building dedicated for food and it has a lot of options from Pizzas to salads, and burgers to noodles. You'll get everything on campus made fresh. This is where you can start your first job and get a social security number too.

Reviewed on 30 Sep 2022Read more

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Master of Science in Civil Engineering
at
Western Michigan
Highlights

The objectives of the Master of Science in Civil Engineering are:
Maintain a high quality graduate program
Generate new knowledge and engineering methods to serve the state, the nation, and the global community
The primary areas of focus in the department at the graduate level are construction engineering and management, structural engineering, and transportation engineering
Students can choose either the Research option or Professional Practice option or Technical and Management Development option