The Civil and Environmental Engineering department at Michigan Technological University in Houghton, Michigan prepares students to design, build, and maintain sustainable infrastructure and address critical environmental challenges. Offering comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs including BS, MS, and PhD degrees in both Civil and Environmental Engineering, the department emphasizes practical, hands-on learning and significant research opportunities. Located in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, the program leverages its unique environment for study. Graduates are highly sought after, entering impactful careers in areas like structural design, transportation, water resources, and environmental protection, contributing to a more sustainable future.
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Michigan Technological University (Michigan Tech, MTU, or simply Tech) is a public research university in Houghton, Michigan. It is the largest university in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and the only public university in the state that offers degrees in engineering, computing, science, business, and forest resources and environmental science. Michigan Tech is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities High research activity". There are 12 research areas including Space Sciences, Electronics, Ecosystems, Energy, Health, Ocean Sciences, and Robotics. There are 18 research centers on and off campus including the Michigan Tech Research Institute. The university is governed by an eight-member board of trustees whose members are appointed by the governor of Michigan and confirmed by the Michigan Senate.