Graduate Degrees in Construction Engineering and Management
Our Master of Science in Civil Engineering (MSCE), Master of Science in Architectural Engineering (MSARCE) and Ph.D. degrees all have the construction engineering management focus. In addition, we also offer the following programs in Construction Management (CMGT).
Master of Construction Management (MCM)
A minimum of 3.0 GPA is required for admission into any of the graduate degree programs listed above.
Courses to be applied toward the MCM degree must be listed on a Plan of Study form approved by the student’s major professor and examining committee and the departmental graduate advisor. All graduate students must have an approved Plan of Study on file by the beginning of their second semester of study. Graduate courses offered by the CEAE department are identified by the prefixes CE, ARCE and CMGT and are numbered 700 and above. No more than 9 hours of courses from other departments or more than 6 hours of courses numbered between 500-699 (of which only 3 hours may be within the department) may be applied toward the degree without approval of the department’s graduate advisor.
A student who wishes to enroll in a special-problem or directed reading course must submit a written request to the director of Graduate Studies with a detailed syllabus provided by the instructor. The director of Graduate Studies, along with at least one more faculty member, will review the request to either approve or deny the request. No more than 4 hours of special-problem credit may be applied toward the degree without approval of the department’s graduate advisor.
(Approved by CEAE faculty on 1/24/2025)
The MCM degree requires 30 credit-hours of graduate coursework*, consisting of 18 hours of core courses and 12 hours of elective courses. The core courses required for the MCM degree are:
- CMGT 700 Construction Project Management
- CMGT 701 Construction Planning & Scheduling
- CMGT 702 Construction Equipment & Methods
- CMGT 703 Construction Quality, Productivity, & Safety
- CMGT 704 Construction Estimating & Bidding
- CMGT 705 Construction Contracts, Bonds & Insurance
- CMGT 706 Construction Alternative Project Delivery Methods
- CMGT 707 Engineering Risk and Decision Analysis
- CMGT 711 Construction Safety
- CMGT 712 Construction Safety Solution Development
- CMGT 713 Request for Proposal in Design and Construction
*KU M.Arch students are eligible for a credit-hour reduction of 6 hours if they have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or greater at the time of admission.
The CEAE Department does NOT offer application fee waivers.
Admission – How to Apply
A minimum of 3.0 GPA is required for admission into any of the graduate degree programs in the CEAE department.
Complete the online application: APPLY
Application Fees are:
Degree-Seeking, Domestic: $65
Degree-Seeking, International: $100
Certificate-Seeking: $40
Non-degree seeking: $40
Permit to Re-enroll: $20
Undergraduate Preparation
An ABET-accredited BS degree in architecture, business and other relevant non-engineering fields, or the equivalent from abroad, is required for admission to the MCM degree.
Transcripts
Before you can be admitted, we must receive an official transcript from each university or college you have attended. The official transcript must be sent directly from the university or college to the KU Graduate Application Processing Center at this address:
Graduate Admissions
University of Kansas
1502 Iowa Street
Lawrence, KS 66045
Email: graduateadm@ku.edu
Alternatively, an official electronic transcript can be sent directly from the college or university to the Graduate Program Coordinator.
When you submit the online application, a copy of official transcripts may be uploaded to your application. However, we must receive official transcripts by the end of your 1st semester.
GRE Exam
The GRE exam is not required for admission to graduate programs in the CEAE department. However, MS and PhD applicants are strongly recommended to take the exam, as some funding decisions are made that include consideration of GRE scores (analytical, quantitative, and verbal). Admitted students with highly competitive application packages will be considered for GRA/GTA responsibilities, and strong GRE scores are one component of a competitive application package.
When you request a GRE score report from ETS, specify the University of Kansas as the institution (institution code 6871) and "engineering, civil" as the department (department code 1102) for all degree programs in the CEAE department.
Recommendations
In the online application, enter the names and e-mail addresses of two persons who will provide recommendations for you. The online application system will send those persons an e-mail with a link to an online recommendation form.
Resume and Statement of Purpose
Upload your resume and statement of purpose to the online application site. The statement of purpose is a brief explanation of your academic and career interests and goals and your desired area of specialization. A statement of purpose is not required for admission to the graduate certificate programs.
International Applicants
International applicants who are non-native English speakers must meet KU’s English proficiency requirements.
For admission to any of the CEAE Department’s graduate degree programs, international applicants must submit TOEFL or IELTS scores that meet the following requirements:
TOEFL – Reading, listening and writing part scores all 20 or higher.
IELTS – Overall score 6.0 or higher, with reading, listening and writing part scores all 5.5 or higher
International applicants who wish to be considered for financial aid must submit TOEFL or IELTS scores that meet the following requirements:
TOEFL – Reading, listening and writing part scores all 23 or higher
IELTS – Overall score 6.5 or higher, with reading, listening and writing part scores all 6.0 or higher
TOEFL or IELTS scores are not required for applicants with a baccalaureate degree (or higher) earned in residence from an accredited English-medium U.S. college or university or a college or university in the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, English-speaking province of Canada, or an English-speaking Caribbean country, with instruction conducted in English. Degrees earned online may not be used to verify English proficiency.
All applicants must submit an official TOEFL or IELTS score report (not student’s copy), with scores achieved not more than two years prior to the requested start date for graduate study. Submit TOEFL or IELTS scores to:
Graduate Admissions
University of Kansas
1502 Iowa Street
Lawrence, KS 66045
Email: graduateadm@ku.edu
When ordering TOEFL scores, specify institution code 6871 and program code 65.
Applicants from institutions that use consolidated mark sheets (as in India and Pakistan) must also provide official copies of individual mark sheets. Applicants from institutions that use diploma award certificates (as in P.R. China) must provide an official copy of this certificate.
KU International Student Services provides helpful information and assistance to international applicants.
Deadlines
Deadlines for submission of all required application documents are as follows.
| Deadline/Reviews | Fall/Summer Semester | Spring Semester |
|---|---|---|
| Priority Deadlines (MS and PhD) | December 3 | October 2 |
| Rolling Reviews (all CEAE grad programs | Two business days before start of classes | Two business days before start of classes |
Applications are processed immediately upon receipt of all required documents.
Review of Applications
When we have received all of your required application documents, the Graduate Admissions Committee will review your application. The Director of Graduate Studies will inform you of the committee’s decision by e-mail. You will receive an official notice of the decision from the University a few days later.
You can check your application status online. If you have any questions or issues regarding your application or admission, please contact the Graduate Program Coordinator.
We are happy to visit with you individually and assist you in planning your graduate studies. Contact us to arrange a visit and tour.
CEAE Graduate Director
Jian Li, Ph.D. jianli@ku.edu
CEAE Graduate Program Coordinator
Construction Management Graduate Certificate
The objective of the certificate program is to allow students to broaden and deepen their knowledge in the area of Construction Engineering and Management, while learning the most up-to-date theory and techniques used in practice.
The certificate program offers an opportunity for engineering and science practitioners to enhance their skills in Construction Engineering and Management without having to apply for and complete a Master’s degree.
The program consists of four courses (12 credit hours).
Four (4) courses from the selected list are required to complete the certificate. Courses satisfying the Certificate Requirements:
- CMGT 700 Construction Project Management
- CMGT 701 Construction Planning and Scheduling
- CMGT 702 Construction Equipment and Methods
- CMGT 703 Construction Quality, Productivity, and Safety
- CMGT 704 Construction Estimating and Bidding
- CMGT 705 Construction Contracts, Bonds, and Insurance
- CMGT 706 Construction Alternative Project Delivery Methods
- CMGT 707 Engineering Risk and Decision Analysis
- CMGT 711 Construction Safety
- CMGT 712 Construction Safety Solution Development
- CMGT 713 Request for Proposal in Design and Construction
The completion requirements of the graduate certificate in Construction Engineering and Management include: (a) the minimum grade for any course to be applied toward the certificate is a grade of B; and (b) no credits may be transferred from another institution for this certificate.
Applicants with baccalaureate degrees are expected to have undergraduate grade-point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale for regular admission to this graduate certificate program. An undergraduate grade-point average of 3.3 or higher is expected for applicants with baccalaureate degrees in other fields.