The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, a component of the Roy G. Perry College of Engineering, subscribes to and supports the goals of the College and the University. One objective of the program is to produce civil engineers for leadership in the profession. As such, a primary focus of the department is excellence in civil engineering education with the ultimate goal of promoting graduate research, excellence in civil engineering practice, and professional registration in civil engineering. The Civil Engineering Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) are provided below.

Civil Engineering program graduates will:

1. Have careers in civil engineering or related fields that lead to increasing levels of responsibility and leadership;
2. Obtain professional licensure/certification;
3. Complete graduate studies in civil engineering or related fields;
4. Engage in professional development and service.

Admission Requirements

Table 1. First-time Freshmen Requirements for Admission to the Civil Engineering Program

Admission Requirements

Academic Major	Meet PVAMU Admission Standards	High School GPA	SAT/ACT	High School Rank	THEA Passed
Civil Engineering	Yes	3.00	New Sat: 950/18

 Table 2. Transfer Students Requirements for Admission to the Civil Engineering Program

Admission Requirements for Transfer Students

Academic Major	Meet PVAMU Admission Standards	Transfer Grades	Transfer GPA (Math; Science and Engineering)
Civil Engineering	Yes	"C" or greater	2.50

These tables represent a summary of admission requirements. For detailed admission requirements, see the section in the catalog pertaining to the Roy G. Perry College of Engineering college requirements.

Accreditation Status

The Civil Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org.