University of California-Los Angeles
Civil Engineering, General
Field of study · Los Angeles, California, United States
- Level
- Bachelor
- Duration
- 4 years
- Campus
- Los Angeles
- Intl. Tuition
- US$55,700 (2026-27)
- Home Tuition
- US$16,430 (2026-27)
- Intake
- Fall 2027
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Course Overview
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Career snapshot (indicative)
Civil engineering graduates work on infrastructure projects — roads, bridges, tunnels, water systems and urban development — for major contractors, local authorities, network rail and global engineering consultancies such as Arup, Atkins and WSP. Chartered Engineer (CEng) status is the standard career goal.
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Course source link unavailable.
Student life (indicative)
LA offers a uniquely cinematic student experience — beaches, Hollywood, world-class food, a massive music scene, and an outdoor lifestyle that's hard to beat. Traffic is the trade-off.
The University at a Glance
- Undergraduate Population
- 33,475
- Staff Ratio
- 20.0:1
- International
- 7.7%
Career Prospects
- Completion Rate
- 93%
- finish their degree (not an employment rate)
- Placement Year
- Available
- Work experience option
Costs & Living
University Life
Urban
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.
Entry Requirements
No specific entry requirements listed.
Assessment Methods
We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.
Campus & City Life
- Student Population
- 33,475
- Degree-seeking undergraduates (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release). Graduate students are not included.
- Staff Ratio
- 20:1
- Students per staff
- International Students
- 8%
- Of student body
Campus at a Glance
- Campus Type
- Urban
- City Size
- Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
- Climate (indicative)
- Mild coastal
- Safety Index (indicative)
- 6.5/10
- Transport
- Excellent (direct city or on-campus rail, major airport nearby)
- Social Scene
- Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle
Student Life & City (indicative)
- LA offers a uniquely cinematic student experience — beaches, Hollywood, world-class food, a massive music scene, and an outdoor lifestyle that's hard to beat.
- Traffic is the trade-off.
What Students Love
- Beach lifestyle
- Vibrant nightlife & bars
- Diverse international food scene
- Active music scene
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
- Completion Rate
- 93%
- Completion rate (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release): share of students who finish their degree. Not an employment rate.
- Placement Year
- Available
- Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
- Civil engineering graduates work on infrastructure projects — roads, bridges, tunnels, water systems and urban development — for major contractors, local authorities, network rail and global engineering consultancies such as Arup, Atkins and WSP.
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) status is the standard career goal.
Summary based on information from the university.
Course source link unavailable.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Technology
- Finance
- Healthcare
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
Costs & Living Expenses
- Total Programme Cost
- US$222,800
- For full 4 years
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
Higher
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