Online Civil Engineering Bachelor’s Program
Shape the future through the practice-oriented online bachelor’s in civil engineering.
Bradley University’s online bachelor’s in civil engineering degree equips students with the foundational knowledge and technical skills needed to design and maintain the essential infrastructure of our society. The meticulously designed curriculum helps you to cultivate the innovative problem-solving capabilities necessary to design, build, and maintain the systems and structures that make up the built world whether you're just getting started in the field or are completing your engineering bachelor's to access exciting new career opportunities.
At Bradley, you will dive into an educational experience that balances theoretical coursework with practical applications. The comprehensive program also offers real-world, business-minded projects that place you on the frontlines of industry sectors. Forge a career as an adept and visionary civil engineer who is ready to meet society’s needs. Join Bradley University's online civil engineering bachelor’s and start building your legacy in creating robust, resilient, and sustainable communities.
At a Glance
- Online, asynchronous courses
- On-campus, hands-on labs
- Fully accredited program
- Rolling entry (3 starts per year): Spring, Summer, Fall
- Total number of classes: 40
- Weeks per class: 7
- Total credit hours: 124
- Transfer credits considered
Engineering With an Edge
ABET Accredited
Join the global workforce with confidence and get one step closer to PE licensure when you earn your degree from a program accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.
Entrepreneurial Focus
Throughout the program faculty have blended civil engineering skills with an entrepreneurial mindset, helping students to embrace innovation, learning how to adapt to change, and apply creative solutions to engineering challenges.
Personalized Curriculum
Build a strong foundation of technical engineering skills and choose from a wide array of electives to hone in on knowledge you need for a specialized career in civil engineering.
Transfer Students Welcome
Bradley University's engineering programs enthusiastically welcome transfer students, including those with backgrounds in pre-engineering from community colleges, as well as aspiring second-career students working in technical or infrastructure-related roles, seeking to elevate their expertise with a bachelor’s degree. Working professionals, particularly from fields like transportation, construction, environment and water resources, and sustainability, will find our program delivery flexible to their busy lives and applicable to their career advancement goals.
Follow the Bradley Blueprint for Engineering Success
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Bradley University is authorized to deliver online programs to US citizens and permanent residents residing in the United States. International students are encouraged to inquire about on-campus opportunities by visiting Bradley University International Admissions.
Prepare for PE Licensure
Achieving Professional Engineer (PE) licensure demonstrates credibility and expertise for civil engineering professionals. With this credential, individuals validate their skills, ensuring a competitive edge in the job market and opening the door to higher-level positions and leadership roles. Bradley University supports this crucial step in professional development by offering a zero-credit hour Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam review course to prepare students for successful exam performance. Securing a PE license not only elevates professional status but also amplifies the potential for impact in the field of civil engineering.
To use the PE seal, engineers must complete several steps to ensure their competency:1
- Earn a four-year degree in engineering from an accredited engineering program
- Pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
- Complete four years of progressive engineering experience under a PE
- Pass the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam
Core Course Highlight
Civil Engineering Design Project
The Civil Engineering Design Project is a sequence of two courses, lasting one semester each. In the courses, students will master the dynamics between key project stakeholders and practical aspects of construction. Emphasizing ethics, policy, and LEED principles, they'll navigate the stages of design, culminating in an articulate oral and written presentation of a detailed design solution with specifications and cost estimates, preparing them for professional civil engineering practice.
Admissions At A Glance
Application Materials:
- Completed application form
- High school and/or college transcripts
- One to two-page personal statement
Civil Engineering Jobs After Graduation
A civil engineering bachelor’s program positions graduates for diverse and promising career paths. Whether you’re interested in designing and constructing infrastructure systems as a site engineer, shaping urban landscapes in city planning, or exploring the frontiers of sustainability within environmental engineering, you’ll have the chance to make meaningful impacts. Each path benefits from a robust job landscape supported by infrastructure initiatives, underscoring the significance and versatility of a civil engineering degree.
ADMISSIONS DATES AND DEADLINES
Fall 2025
Don’t just solve problems. Engineer proactive solutions.
- Retrieved on July 16, 2024, from nspe.org/resources/licensure/what-pe
- Retrieved on July 16, 2024, from bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/civil-engineers.htm