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The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences is laser-focused on the infrastructure and environmental issues that directly impact how we build, work and develop the quality of our planet.
Our goal is to create new knowledge in the fields of Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences and prepare the next generation of scholars, innovators, and entrepreneurs.
We're hosting the ASCE Carolina's Student Symposium
The Clemson ASCE Student Chapter is set to host the ASCE Carolina's Student Symposium on April 10-12, 2025. We could use your help!
We are thrilled to announce that Clemson University will be hosting the upcoming ASCE Carolina’s Student Symposium from April 10th to 12th, 2025. This highly competitive event brings together the brightest civil engineering students across North Carolina and South Carolina from nine universities: Clemson University, Duke University, Horry Georgetown Technical College, North Carolina A&T State University, North Carolina State University, South Carolina State University, The Citadel, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and the University of South Carolina.
This competition is not just a showcase of technical skill and innovation; it’s an opportunity to inspire the next generation of engineers who will shape our world. By sponsoring this event, you will play a vital role in supporting these talented students, enhancing their learning experience, and aligning your brand with excellence and the future of engineering. We sincerely want you to be a part of this year’s Carolina’s Symposium.
Civil Stories
Department Ranking
Civil Engineering is ranked #31 by the U.S. News & World Report for Public Departments.
Professional Development
Our department has 430 undergraduates, 95 graduates, 28 faculty, and 10 staff.
Our PeopleExpenditure
Research concentrations include water resources, construction engineering and materials, structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation systems, and risk engineering.
Career Outlook
Civil engineering is one of the most in-demand engineering fields, particularly in the fast-growing Southeastern United States. Civil Engineering is rated in the Top 5 most valuable engineering careers among fields that “show a need for growth, good salaries and high job satisfaction," according to the US News and World Report. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates "employment of civil engineers is projected to grow 6% from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations. About 22,900 openings per year over the decade. Students graduating from Clemson have the potential to work both domestically and abroad in multiple sub-disciplines of Civil Engineering, such as construction engineering, construction materials, environmental and sustainability, geotechnical engineering, structural engineering and design, transportation engineering, and water resources engineering.
- Consulting firms
- Construction companies
- Federal, state, and local government agencies
- Local municipalities
- National and international non-profit organizations
- National research laboratories
- State transportation departments
Mission Statement
Who We Are
Our mission is to create an inclusive, supportive, and engaging environment for our students to become career-ready Civil Engineering professionals prepared to have a global impact.
We partner with alumni and industry to underpin society and create valued solutions to address society’s grand challenges by proactively expanding our students’ perspectives through scholarship, teaching, research, and outreach.
Our core values are Honesty, Integrity, Transparency; Student-Focused; Inclusive Community; Professional Services; Continuous Improvement and Innovation. We live and observe our values in action and communicate them to our audiences, ensuring a continuous cycle.
Our Strategic Plan