Colorado has 6 ABET-accredited bachelor's programs in civil engineering. The statewide median wage for civil engineers is $101,420 (BLS OEWS May 2025), which is useful context when you plan entry offers against the Colorado salary data. Graduates of these programs meet the education requirement for the FE exam; check the Colorado licensure page for the path from EIT to PE.
| Institution | City | Program | Accredited |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado School of Mines | Golden | Civil Engineering (BS) | Oct 1, 2012 to Present |
| Colorado State University | Fort Collins | Civil Engineering (B.S.) | Oct 1, 1938 to Present |
| United States Air Force Academy | USAFA | Civil Engineering (BS) | Oct 1, 1967 to Present |
| University of Colorado Boulder | Boulder | Civil Engineering (Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering) | Oct 1, 1936 to Present |
| University of Colorado Boulder | Boulder | Civil Engineering, Colorado Mesa University/CU Boulder Partnership (Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering) | Oct 1, 2019 to Present |
| University of Colorado Denver | Denver | Civil Engineering (BS) | Oct 1, 1976 to Present |
Recruiting tips
Most firms get the best results from two or three programs within driving distance of their offices. Read how to recruit from universities for a practical plan covering co-ops, capstone sponsorship and offer timing.
Source: ABET accredited program search (amspub.abet.org), Engineering Accreditation Commission, current bachelor's programs in the civil curricular area. Accreditation status can change; confirm on ABET before relying on it.
