Michigan has 8 ABET-accredited bachelor's programs in civil engineering. The statewide median wage for civil engineers is $92,100 (BLS OEWS May 2025), which is useful context when you plan entry offers against the Michigan salary data. Graduates of these programs meet the education requirement for the FE exam; check the Michigan licensure page for the path from EIT to PE.
| Institution | City | Program | Accredited |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Michigan University | Ypsilanti | Civil Engineering (Bachelor of Science) | Oct 1, 2024 to Present |
| Lawrence Technological University | Southfield | Civil Engineering (Bachelor of Science) | Oct 1, 1991 to Present |
| Michigan State University | East Lansing | Civil Engineering (BS) | Oct 1, 1936 to Present |
| Michigan Technological University | Houghton | Civil Engineering (Bachelor of Science) | Oct 1, 1936 to Present |
| University of Detroit Mercy | Detroit | Civil Engineering (BCE) | Oct 1, 1936 to Present |
| University of Michigan | Ann Arbor | Civil Engineering (B.S.E.) | Oct 1, 1936 to Present |
| Wayne State University | Detroit | Civil Engineering (BS in Civil Engineering) | Oct 1, 1944 to Present |
| Western Michigan University | Kalamazoo | Civil Engineering (BS in Engineering) | Oct 1, 2004 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.
