Civil Engineering at Duke University
If you are interested in studying Civil Engineering, consider the program at Duke University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Duke University sits in Durham, NC.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 32 civil engineering degrees were awarded at Duke University.
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Online Class Availability at Duke University
Online coursework is an option at Duke University. Of 17,499 students, 1,312 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,836 (16%) took at least some classes online.
Civil Engineering Rankings at Duke University
These rankings give you a sense of how Duke University’s Civil Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 57 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #4 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #20 of 254 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #54 of 57 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #229 of 254 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 57 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #4 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #20 of 254 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #54 of 57 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #229 of 254 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Civil Engineering graduates at Duke University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Civil Engineering graduates at Duke University are 53% women (17) and 47% men (15).
Civil Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Duke University
Among the 14 bachelor’s civil engineering degrees awarded at Duke University, 79% were women (11) and 21% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Civil Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Duke University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 43% of Civil Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Duke University, above the national average of 38%.*
Civil Engineering Master’s Program at Duke University
Among the 6 master’s civil engineering graduates at Duke University, 50% were women (3) and 50% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Civil Engineering master’s degree recipients at Duke University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Civil Engineering Doctoral Program at Duke University
Among the 12 doctoral civil engineering degrees awarded at Duke University, 25% were women (3) and 75% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Civil Engineering doctoral degree recipients at Duke University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Civil Engineering doctoral degree recipients at Duke University, above the national average of 10%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Civil Engineering Concentrations at Duke University
This Civil Engineering program at Duke University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Civil Engineering | 32 |
Top-Paying Careers for Civil Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Civil Engineering program at Duke University go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid careers for Civil Engineering graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers | $138,303 |
| Petroleum Engineers | $137,336 |
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Transportation Engineers | $120,210 |
| Solar Energy Systems Engineers | $116,775 |
| Mechatronics Engineers | $115,569 |
| Microsystems Engineers | $104,558 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Wind Energy Engineers | $98,460 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.