Undergraduate Major
Civil Engineering, B.S.
Civil engineers are the architects of the modern world. From bridges and highways to skyscrapers and renewable energy systems, civil engineers create the infrastructure that keeps society running. If you're passionate about sustainable cities, improving transportation, and designing resilient structures, a degree in civil engineering is your path to a rewarding career that will shape the future.
Go Beyond the Textbook
Our design-forward curriculum puts your skills to work from day one:
• Common First-Year Courses: All engineering majors take the same classes in their first year, giving you time to explore your interests before selecting a major in your second year.
• Extensive Lab Courses: Nearly every engineering course includes a hands-on lab component, allowing you to apply theory to real-world challenges using state-of-the-art equipment.
• Real-World Projects: Every year, you’ll tackle hands-on design challenges, working in teams with industry partners and research mentors.
• Industry-Connected Capstone: Your senior-year project isn’t just for a grade — it’s a real-world engineering challenge in collaboration with top industry professionals.
Power the Future
High-Earnings Potential
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS):
Median Salary for Civil Engineers in 2023: $95,890 per year
Plentiful Openings
Projected Job Growth (2023-2033): Â鶹ÊÓƵ 22,900 openings are expected over the next decade for mechanical engineers, with an 6% increase — faster than the average for all professions (5%), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Job Opportunities
Civil engineering offers high salaries, job security and opportunities such as:
- Biosystems Engineer
- Construction Engineer
- Geotechnical Engineer
- Hydraulics Engineer
- Site Design Engineer
- Structural Engineer
- Transport Engineer
Program Overview
- Experiential Learning Opportunities
- Dive into real-world challenges: Engage in hands-on projects, industry problems, and a year-long design course, transforming ideas into solutions
- Explore cutting-edge labs: Innovate in new technical labs and upcoming facilities, shaping the future of engineering education
Ignite creativity in our Maker Space: Craft prototypes with top-notch tools, fostering innovation in a vibrant environment for hands-on creation. - Master core skills: The Engineering programs are built on the Liberal Arts backbone of Â鶹ÊÓƵ. Develop the critical thinking and communication abilities that employers and graduate schools seek in their engineers.
- Elevate your knowledge: Attend dynamic Lunch & Learn sessions with industry experts, research scholars, and career mentors, fostering professional growth.
- Career-Focused Education and Strong Industry Connections
- Learn from Expert Faculty: Our small class sizes foster a supportive and engaging learning environment. With athlete-friendly scheduling, you’ll have the flexibility to balance academics and extracurriculars.
- Real-World Experience: Our strong industry partnerships ensure you graduate with hands-on experience and connections that give you a competitive edge in the job market.
- Application Instructions
Through a rolling admission process, prospective undergraduate students — including first-year, transfer, and international students — may apply via the or . To learn more about how to complete your application, please visit our application page.
- Financing Your Education
There are options to assist in financing your education and making the tuition affordable. Visit our Student Financial Services page for a detailed overview of the process, including a link to complete the FAFSA application, as well as more information about tuition, the tuition payment plan and the tuition deferment program we offer. Alvernia’s Title IV code for the FAFSA is 003233. The Office of Student Financial Services is available to help with any questions you may have. Call 610-796-8201 or email sfs@alvernia.edu.
- Accreditation Statement
Alvernia is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. MSCHE is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Engineering student in rare air with NASA, Blue Origin training
Isaac Kremer ’29, a mechanical and electrical engineering double major, attended NASA’s L'SPACE Mission Concept Academy and is interning with Amazon.com founder Jeff Bezos’ space technology company Blue Origin Enterprises.
John R. Post School of Engineering
With state-of-the-art labs, small class sizes, and industry-connected faculty, students graduate ready to innovate and lead in their field.