M.Eng. in Environmental Engineering

Application Fees : US$ 80

1. Academic Qualifications:

   • Applicants must have completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
   • A minimum academic achievement of 65% or above in the previous qualifying degree is generally required. Some programs may have higher academic requirements, such as competitive programs in engineering or business.
      

2. English Language Proficiency: The accepted English language proficiency tests at UC are:

   • DET (Duolingo English Test): Minimum score of 110.
   • PTE Academic: Minimum score of 60.
   • TOEFL: Internet-based test (iBT) score of 92 or higher.
   • IELTS: Overall band score of 6.5 or higher, with no individual band score below 6.
   • It's important to note that the English language proficiency requirement may vary based on the program. Some programs may have higher minimum score requirements.
      

3. Credential Evaluation: International applicants are typically required to submit a credential evaluation from a recognized evaluation service, such as NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) or WES (World Education Services)

It is important for prospective international postgraduate students to review the specific admission requirements of their intended program at UC, as requirements may vary between programs. 

The University of Cincinnati (UC) offers a range of scholarships to international students to support their academic journey. These scholarships recognize academic achievement, leadership potential, and contributions to the community.

1. Global Scholarship: The Global Scholarship is a prestigious merit-based scholarship offered to incoming international undergraduate students. It provides partial tuition coverage for up to four years of study at UC. Selection is highly competitive, and students are evaluated based on their academic achievements, leadership qualities, and extracurricular involvement.

2. UC Global Scholarship Plus: The UC Global Scholarship Plus is an enhanced scholarship program that combines the Global Scholarship with additional funding. This provides greater financial support to international undergraduate students, covering a larger portion of their tuition expenses.

3. UC International Excellence Award: The UC International Excellence Award is a merit-based scholarship available to outstanding international undergraduate students. It recognizes academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to making a positive impact. Recipients of this award receive financial support towards their tuition costs.

4. Graduate Student Scholarships: UC offers various scholarships and assistantship opportunities to international graduate students. These scholarships may cover tuition expenses, provide stipends, or offer research or teaching assistant positions. Graduate students are encouraged to explore specific scholarships and assistantship opportunities within their respective departments or programs.

5. Country-Specific Scholarships: UC may offer scholarships specifically tailored to students from certain countries or regions. These scholarships may be based on academic achievement, financial need, or specific criteria set by donors or sponsoring organizations. Prospective international students are advised to check with the university's financial aid office or international admissions office for country-specific scholarship opportunities.

It's important to note that scholarship availability, criteria, and application processes may vary from year to year. 

Graduates emerge with advanced technical knowledge in environmental engineering, practical skills, and a deep understanding of environmental systems. With diverse career prospects in environmental engineering, water resources, air quality, waste management, and sustainable infrastructure, graduates are well-prepared to be influential and innovative environmental engineers who contribute to a more sustainable and resilient future.

1. Environmental Engineer: Graduates of the M.Eng. in Environmental Engineering program can pursue careers as environmental engineers, designing and implementing solutions to environmental challenges in industries, consulting firms, or government agencies.

2. Water Resources Engineer: Some graduates may work as water resources engineers, focusing on the management and protection of water resources, including water supply and flood control.

3. Air Quality Engineer: Graduates with an interest in air pollution control may become air quality engineers, designing systems to reduce air pollution emissions and improve air quality.

4. Waste Management Engineer: Graduates can work as waste management engineers, developing strategies for sustainable waste disposal and recycling.

5. Environmental Consultant: Some graduates may choose careers as environmental consultants, providing expertise and guidance to organizations on environmental compliance and sustainability.

6. Sustainable Infrastructure Engineer: Graduates interested in sustainable practices may pursue careers as sustainable infrastructure engineers, designing environmentally-friendly and resilient infrastructure projects.

7. Environmental Project Manager: Graduates may explore careers as environmental project managers, overseeing and coordinating engineering projects related to environmental remediation or conservation.

8. Doctoral Studies: The M.Eng. in Environmental Engineering program prepares graduates for further academic pursuits, allowing them to pursue doctoral studies in environmental engineering or related fields, leading to careers in academia, research, or leadership.