How to Apply for Admission

After completing the interview process, go to the UAB Graduate School Application to complete and submit your online application. You will need the following to complete the application:

A UAB Account

When you begin the Graduate School application, you will create your account and receive a confirmation email.

• Application for: Master’s Degree
• Intended program: Master of Engineering (MEng)
• Concentration: Structural Engineering

References

Three letters of recommendation are required. Please ask the individuals from whom you request references to submit them online via the TargetX system. Electronic submission is the preferred method. If the person providing your recommendation letter prefers to mail the letter, please have the document mailed to the address of the department or program to which you are applying.

Transcripts

Request one official transcript to be submitted electronically or mailed by each post-secondary issuing institution to the UAB Graduate School:

UAB Graduate School
LHL G03; 1720 2nd Avenue South
Birmingham, AL 35294-0013

Additional Requirements for International Students

GRE scores are only required for international students who did not receive a bachelor’s degree from an accredited U.S. institution. (Institution code: 1856).

International students must also submit English language proficiency test scores. For information regarding TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English language proficiency test scores, please visit the UAB Graduate School.

Application Fee

Submit non-refundable application fee payment:

• Domestic: $50.00
• International: $60.00

Our students typically sign up for two courses per academic term, but some elect to take only one course per term.

Following is an estimation of applicable UAB tuition and fees per academic term based on current Academic Year. Please note that these figures are subject to change; only the official UAB tuition and fees page should be relied on to make a true calculation of program costs.

ALL ONLINE STUDENTS PAY IN-STATE TUITION

Note: 1. Does not include additional $75 per credit hour for International Tuition

TOTAL ESTIMATED COST = $5,226 per term x 5 terms = $26,130

The Master of Engineering with a concentration in Structural Engineering can be completed in approximately 19 months. Based on current Academic Year tuition and fees, the total estimated cost would be $26,130 plus books for students who take two courses per academic term and complete the degree in 19 months.

Admission requirements for the Master's of Engineering with a concentration in Structural Engineering (SE) are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited U.S. College or University, or a bachelor’s degree in a closely related science major
• No GRE/GMAT required from students with qualifying degrees from U.S. colleges or universities.
  • International students are required to have a bachelor's degree in engineering or a science-related field and must submit TOEFL, IELTS, PTEA, IELA, or Duolingo scores. Duolingo scores are preferred by the UAB Graduate School. A minimum TOEFL score of 80† is required.

Note: † UAB does not accept My Best Scores from TOEFL. You will need to submit individual test date score reports to your application.

• Original transcripts from all colleges and universities attended since high school must be sent directly to the UAB Graduate School (detailed instructions are included during the online application process).
• Minimum undergraduate prerequisites or equivalent:
  • Structural Analysis of Elastic Structures
  • Reinforced Concrete Design
  • Principles of Steel Design
• Proper computer equipment and high-speed internet direct access (learn more about equipment requirements).
• All prospective students must demonstrate intermediate computer and software proficiency and have a strong willingness to advance those skills and other forms of online communication.
• All prospective students must complete a personal live interview with the director and assistant director (in person, over the phone, or via video conferencing).

Who Should Apply?

Individuals holding a bachelor’s degree in Civil and Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university, or a bachelor’s degree in a closely related science, who would benefit from an advanced degree in structural engineering such as:

• Structural design engineers
• Structural work inspectors
• Civil Engineering project managers
• Structural materials and design innovators
• Project engineers with onsite structural inspection responsibilities

Students from Multiple Industries

The Master of Engineering with a concentration in Structural Engineering (SE) curriculum focuses on both the technical and business side of structural engineering. Although structural engineering is often thought of as being limited to building and bridges, engineers in many industries can benefit from technical education in structural engineering. The diverse knowledge gained during recorded lectures, virtual live classes, discussion board posts, and group project assignments makes the SE experience invaluable. Our students come from many industries, including:

The Time is Now

The ever-growing complexity of the built environment and the profession of structural engineering requires an understanding of the essential elements of the structural mechanics, construction materials, design codes and standards, management, business, and law, as all are encountered in the profession.

Properly preparing yourself to meet these complex challenges prepares you for greater responsibility with commensurate benefits that could include higher pay, broader career advancement opportunities, increased confidence, and expanded leadership roles at work and in the community.

The UAB SE concentration is delivered fully online so that you can complete your MEng while maintaining your day job.

Contact

For more information about the SE concentration, contact: