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A graduate degree is becoming increasingly important for success.  Today the most desirable candidates for civil and environmental engineering positions have advanced degrees. 

The nation's number one department, CEE at Illinois, now offers the opportunity to earn a master of science degree (non-thesis option) in just 9 or 11 months.  Many students find they have already earned credits that apply toward a graduate degree. 

Areas of study*

* Interdisciplinary programs are possible, for example, Information Technology or Sustainability. 

Tuition and Fees for academic year 2009-2010

  9 month 11 month
Illinois residents $14,200 $16,450
Non-residents $26,960 $30,800

For more information, visit the Graduate Applications page.  When applying, please write "one-year M.S." after your area of specialization.