MARCY, N.Y. — SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly) this week said it’s starting a master of science (MS) degree program in civil engineering. It’s designed to “prepare the next generation of engineers with the advanced expertise and leadership skills required to address pressing infrastructure and sustainability challenges,” the university said. “The launch of SUNY Poly’s […]
MARCY, N.Y. — SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly) this week said it’s starting a master of science (MS) degree program in civil engineering.
It’s designed to “prepare the next generation of engineers with the advanced expertise and leadership skills required to address pressing infrastructure and sustainability challenges,” the university said.
“The launch of SUNY Poly’s MS in Civil Engineering program reflects our commitment to preparing engineers who can rise to today’s most urgent challenges, from infrastructure modernization to climate resilience,” Abdullah Eroglu, dean of the College of Engineering, said in the school’s announcement. “Our graduates will be uniquely equipped to lead in this vital field.”
The new 30-credit MS in civil engineering offers both full-time and part-time options, accommodating working professionals, recent graduates, and international students, SUNY Poly said.
Students may choose between the Thesis Track, which includes a 9-credit master’s thesis, offering the chance to conduct original research in a specialized area of civil engineering. The other option is the non-Thesis Track, which includes a 3-credit master’s project or an additional course, enabling students to apply their knowledge to real-world challenges.
In its announcement, SUNY Poly says civil engineering is “more than just bridges and buildings — it is the foundation of modern society.” As one of the oldest and most impactful engineering disciplines, it spans fields such as structural, geotechnical, transportation, environmental, construction, and water-resources engineering, the university added.
SUNY Poly is currently accepting applications for the spring 2026 and fall 2026 semesters. Ideal applicants hold a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
Application information is available on its website.
The application fee is waived for military veterans, active-duty service members, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and their spouses and dependents; SUNY Poly alumni; current matriculated students; and graduates of the EOP, HEOP, and SEEK opportunity programs, the school said.
