Civil Engineering · District of Columbia
Civil Engineering colleges in District of Columbia
CampusPin lists 8 U.S. colleges in District of Columbia that offer Civil Engineering programs. Compare tuition, acceptance rate, and enrollment in the table below, every figure links back to the institution's official IPEDS data.
Civil Engineering applies physics, mechanics, and design to the built environment, roads, bridges, water systems, and buildings, suiting students who want to plan and build public infrastructure.
Schools in District of Columbia that offer Civil Engineering
George Washington University
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$64,990
Acceptance
44%
Enrollment
25,029
Howard University
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$33,344
Acceptance
35%
Enrollment
12,830
Institute of World Politics
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$30,953
Acceptance
65%
Enrollment
8,568
Pontifical John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$30,953
Acceptance
75%
Enrollment
7,082
Strayer University-District of Columbia
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$13,920
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
352
Strayer University-Global Region
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$13,920
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
12,776
The Catholic University of America
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$55,834
Acceptance
84%
Enrollment
5,095
University of the District of Columbia
Washington, DC · University · Public
Tuition
$6,152
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
3,638
Civil Engineering programs in District of Columbia: by the numbers
A quick comparison of the 8 schools listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.
Schools listed
8
Public / private
1 / 7
Universities / 2-year
8 / 0
Cities represented
1
In-state tuition range
$6,152–$64,990
Median in-state tuition
$30,953
Lowest published in-state tuition
University of the District of Columbia
$6,152
Most selective
Howard University
35% acceptance
Largest by enrollment
George Washington University
25,029 students
Figures reflect the schools currently listed and each institution's most recent reported data. Verify current tuition and admissions details with the school before applying.
What you'll study in a Civil Engineering program
- Engineering mechanics: statics, dynamics, and mechanics of materials
- Structural analysis and design (steel, reinforced concrete, timber)
- Geotechnical engineering and soil mechanics
- Transportation engineering and highway design
- Water resources, hydraulics, and hydrology
- Environmental engineering and water/wastewater treatment
- Surveying, CAD, and civil modeling software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D)
- Construction management, cost estimation, and the senior capstone design project
Where a Civil Engineering degree can lead
- Civil engineers
- Structural Engineer
- Geotechnical Engineer
- Transportation Engineer
- Water Resources Engineer
- Construction Project Manager
Typical pay: BLS, 2024 civil engineers median $99,590
A Civil Engineering major covers structural analysis, geotechnical engineering, transportation systems, water resources and hydraulics, environmental engineering, surveying, and construction management, built on a core of calculus, differential equations, physics, and engineering mechanics (statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials). Most programs are ABET-accredited four-year BS degrees that include extensive labs, CAD and modeling software, and a senior capstone design project.
Because civil engineering work often affects public safety, the field is tied to professional licensure. Graduates typically take the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam near graduation, work several years under a licensed engineer, and then sit for the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam to become a Professional Engineer. Many students choose a sub-discipline, structural, geotechnical, transportation, water resources, or environmental, through electives or a graduate degree.
Graduates plan, design, and oversee construction of infrastructure for engineering firms, construction companies, and federal, state, and local agencies. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 5% employment growth for civil engineers from 2024 to 2034.
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