Ohio has 12 ABET-accredited bachelor's programs in civil engineering. The statewide median wage for civil engineers is $96,220 (BLS OEWS May 2025), which is useful context when you plan entry offers against the Ohio salary data. Graduates of these programs meet the education requirement for the FE exam; check the Ohio licensure page for the path from EIT to PE.
| Institution | City | Program | Accredited |
|---|---|---|---|
| Case Western Reserve University | Cleveland | Civil Engineering (BSE) | Oct 1, 1936 to Present |
| Cedarville University | Cedarville | Civil Engineering (B.S.C.E.) | Oct 1, 2021 to Present |
| Cleveland State University | Cleveland | Civil Engineering (Bachelor of Civil Engineering) | Oct 1, 1948 to Present |
| Ohio Northern University | Ada | Civil Engineering (BS in Civil Engineering) | Oct 1, 1954 to Present |
| Ohio University | Athens | Civil Engineering (Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering) | Oct 1, 1951 to Present |
| The Ohio State University | Columbus | Civil Engineering (BSCE) | Oct 1, 1936 to Present |
| The University of Akron | Akron | Civil Engineering (BSCE) | Oct 1, 1950 to Present |
| The University of Toledo | Toledo | Civil Engineering (BS) | Oct 1, 1950 to Present |
| University of Cincinnati | Cincinnati | Civil Engineering (BSCE) | Oct 1, 1936 to Present |
| University of Dayton | Dayton | Civil Engineering (BCE) | Oct 1, 1951 to Present |
| University of Mount Union | Alliance | Civil Engineering (Bachelor of Science) | Oct 1, 2013 to Present |
| Youngstown State University | Youngstown | Civil Engineering (Bachelor of Engineering) | Oct 1, 1959 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.
