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Academics
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Research
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Prospective Students
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Academic & Research Groups
There are six areas of specialization within the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering. Learn more about each group's educational and research focus.
Recent News
Civil and Environmental Engineering Graduate Programs Maintain High Rankings
In U.S. News and World Report’s 2026 list of the best engineering graduate schools, Georgia Tech’s civil engineering program is ranked No. 3 and environmental engineering is listed at No. 4.
In U.S. News and World Report’s 2026 list of the best engineering graduate schools, Georgia Tech’s civil engineering program is ranked No. 3 and environmental engineering is listed at No. 4.
Remaining Civil: 125 Years of Civil Engineering at Georgia Tech
At Georgia Tech, civil engineering has grown and evolved significantly since the program was established 125 years ago. What began with one instructor and a handful of students is now one of the top programs in the nation.
At Georgia Tech, civil engineering has grown and evolved significantly since the program was established 125 years ago. What began with one instructor and a handful of students is now one of the top programs in the nation.
Kevin Haas Recognized with Outstanding Teacher Award
Professor Kevin Haas's teaching philosophy centers on innovation, engagement, and the creation of supportive learning environments. Haas is one of eight faculty members recognized with the College of Engineering's fifth annual Faculty Excellence Awards.
College of Engineering
Professor Kevin Haas's teaching philosophy centers on innovation, engagement, and the creation of supportive learning environments. Haas is one of eight faculty members recognized with the College of Engineering's fifth annual Faculty Excellence Awards.
Five GT Students Receive Prestigious Fulbright Canada-Mitacs Globalink Research Internship
Environmental engineering major Swathi Mugundu Pradeep will intern at the Université du Québec à Chicoutimi. Mugundu Pradeep’s research focuses on mitigating greenhouse gas emissions through large-scale tree planting programs and quantifying carbon sequestration using field measurements and advanced data analysis.
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Environmental engineering major Swathi Mugundu Pradeep will intern at the Université du Québec à Chicoutimi. Mugundu Pradeep’s research focuses on mitigating greenhouse gas emissions through large-scale tree planting programs and quantifying carbon sequestration using field measurements and advanced data analysis.
After 60 Years, He Finally Made It to Commencement
88-year-old Kenneth Grundborg was sent to war zones by the Army before he could walk at graduation for either of his two civil engineering degrees. This year, he walked across the stage.
College of Engineering
88-year-old Kenneth Grundborg was sent to war zones by the Army before he could walk at graduation for either of his two civil engineering degrees. This year, he walked across the stage.
Record Number of CEE Teams Stand Out at Spring Capstone Design Expo
With their plan to develop a battery recycling plant, the CivCore Consulting team took home the prize for the best civil and environmental engineering project at the Spring 2026 Capstone Design Expo. SiteSense’s concepts for three trails to connect the Boardwalk at the Town Center to Cauley Creek Park in Johns Creek won an honorable mention in the overall category.
With their plan to develop a battery recycling plant, the CivCore Consulting team took home the prize for the best civil and environmental engineering project at the Spring 2026 Capstone Design Expo. SiteSense’s concepts for three trails to connect the Boardwalk at the Town Center to Cauley Creek Park in Johns Creek won an honorable mention in the overall category.
Sustainable Solutions Team Wins Fourth Regional Competition, Heads to Nationals
The Georgia Tech chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) had a successful showing at the 2026 Southeastern ASCE Student Symposium, winning five first place awards, two second place, and one third place showing.
The Georgia Tech chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) had a successful showing at the 2026 Southeastern ASCE Student Symposium, winning five first place awards, two second place, and one third place showing.