Both of our ABET-accredited undergraduate programs offer scholarships, research, and internship opportunities.Both of our ABET-accredited undergraduate programs offer scholarships, research, and internship opportunities.

Academics
Undergraduate Study

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering in the McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science at Northwestern University offers two ABET-accredited undergraduate degrees: 

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering


We also offer the following study options for undergraduates:

Combined BS/MS Degree

Minor in Environmental Engineering

Minor in Architectural Engineering and Design

See all special programs

Student Handbook

Civil & Environmental Undergraduate Handbook

Research Opportunities

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering encourages all students to participate in unique and forward-looking research. Juniors and seniors in the department may participate in independent research projects under the guidance of a faculty member, often participating on a team with graduate students.

Learn more about undergraduate research at McCormick