The Department of Civil, Environmental, and Infrastructure Engineering (CEIE) at George Mason University prepares students to design and develop the complex infrastructure that shapes our world.
Unlimited Career Options
As the world’s need for smarter infrastructure increases, civil engineers have the option of working with:
- Consulting and construction firms
- Government agencies
- Land development and urban planning firms
- Public utilities and infrastructure providers
- Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
- Other related disciplines (e.g., energy, IT, bioengineering, aerospace, and manufacturing)
Curriculum
We offer undergraduate and graduate degrees that focus on the physical and organizational infrastructure essential to the functioning of society.
Our accredited programs train you in sound, sophisticated principles, and technology-based best practices. You’ll develop the skills to become a highly sought-after, licensed, professional engineer.
Professor Celso Ferreira presents his research on flood hazards to Congressman Eugene Vindman at the Potomac Science Center.
Amazing Location
Located in Northern Virginia’s technology corridor, our department partners with top engineering firms that fund scholarships, hire students, and help shape our curriculum.
Some of the companies we work with include Balfour Beatty, Washington Gas, Dewberry, ECS Mid-Atlantic, Pennoni, Shirley Contracting Company, Wetland Studies and Solutions (WSSI), Fairfax County, and William A. Hazel Inc.
Outstanding Faculty
Our world-class professors are experts in building sustainable and long-lasting infrastructure, monitoring structural conditions, and anticipating and reducing the impact of natural hazards. Combining practical experience with in-depth scholarly studies, they'll prepare you to tackle challenging careers in civil, environmental, and infrastructure engineering.
Research Opportunities
CEIE research combines cutting-edge technology, real-world impact, and interdisciplinary collaboration to tackle critical challenges in infrastructure, sustainability, and climate resilience using tools like AI, robotics, and remote sensing. We create a dynamic, hands-on research environment that prepares students to lead in shaping the future of our built and natural world.
Student Life
George Mason's Fairfax Campus is located in the culturally rich and historic Washington, D.C. metro area. Free campus shuttles make it easy to explore the nation’s capital, visit museums, attend concerts and theater performances, or catch a game. Head west for hiking trails in the Appalachian Mountains and kayaking or tubing along the Shenandoah River.