Civil and Environmental Engineering

Civil & Environmental Engineering

Graduate Programs

Electrical and Computer Engineering Graduate programs offer advanced degrees in engineering and technology fields, including options for accelerated pathways, master’s, and doctoral studies.

graduate coordinator

William Davids

Chair of Civil and Environmental Department, Russell S. Bodwell Professor , Distinguished Maine Professor (2015)

Key Admissions Deadlines

Rolling Admissions
No GRE/GMAT Requirements

Program Offerings

Key Admissions Information

Application Deadlines:
- Rolling admissions
- February 15 for Fall semester Teaching Assistantship applications
Admission is based on an appropriate bachelor’s degree and meeting UMaine Graduate School standards.
Applicants with degrees in other science or engineering disciplines may be admitted, though some undergraduate coursework may be required.

Graduate Certificates

Aerospace Engineering Certificate (Online Program)
Composite Materials and Structures Certificate
Offshore Wind Energy Certificate

Graduate Degrees

Accelerated MS in Mechanical Engineering (4+1 Program)
Master of Science (MS) (Thesis & Non-Thesis Options)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Additive Manufacturing
Biomedical Engineering and Biomimetics
Composite Materials and Structures
Computational and Experimental Fluid Mechanics
Computational Mechanics
Design Optimization
Engineering Education
Floating Offshore Structures
Marine Renewable Energy
Nano and Smart Materials
Ocean and Marine Engineering
Radiative Heat Transfer
Reduced-Order Modeling
Robotics
Smart Manufacturing
Solid and Structural Mechanics
Solar Thermal Energy
Thermal Sciences and Engineering
Uncertainty Quantification
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Concentrations

Students in the MS and PhD programs may choose to specialize in one of several concentration areas. Concentrations require 12 credits (4 courses) of approved Core and Supporting courses.

PhD & MS (Thesis): At least 2 Core courses and up to 2 Supporting courses, with all courses requiring a minimum grade of B-.
MS (Non-Thesis): At least 3 Core courses and up to 1 Supporting course.

Switching Options:
Students transitioning between thesis and non-thesis programs must meet the requirements of their new program.

Educational Objectives:

Gain foundational knowledge in concentration areas.
Develop advanced modeling, analysis, and design skills.
Ensure suitability of components and systems for specific applications.

Timeframe for Completion:
Concentrations can be completed within 1–2 years due to flexible course offerings.

The Accelerated MS in Mechanical Engineering allows undergraduate students in engineering or engineering physics to begin graduate coursework during their senior year.

Take up to 9 credits that count toward both undergraduate and graduate degrees.
Both thesis and non-thesis tracks are available.

Thesis Option

Credits: 24 coursework credits + 6 thesis research credits (minimum)
Research-focused with an emphasis on developing a deep understanding of a specific topic.

Non-Thesis Option

Credits: 30 coursework credits + a comprehensive exam
Suited for students aiming to advance professional expertise without conducting formal research.

Tailored, research-intensive program with a specific focus developed in collaboration with a faculty advisor and graduate committee.
Requires advanced coursework and significant original research contributing to the field of mechanical engineering.

Teaching and research assistantships are available for highly qualified applicants.
Assistantships often include tuition remission, a stipend, and health insurance.
Apply by February 15 for Fall semester Teaching Assistantship consideration.
Additional funding opportunities may be available through grants and fellowships.