Tennessee has 8 ABET-accredited bachelor's programs in civil engineering. The statewide median wage for civil engineers is $95,910 (BLS OEWS May 2025), which is useful context when you plan entry offers against the Tennessee salary data. Graduates of these programs meet the education requirement for the FE exam; check the Tennessee licensure page for the path from EIT to PE.
| Institution | City | Program | Accredited |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Brothers University | Memphis | Civil Engineering (BS) | Oct 1, 1983 to Present |
| Lipscomb University | Nashville | Civil Engineering (Bachelor of Science) | Oct 1, 2011 to Present |
| Tennessee State University | Nashville | Civil Engineering (BS) | Oct 1, 1972 to Present |
| Tennessee Technological University | Cookeville | Civil Engineering (BS in Civil Engineering) | Oct 1, 1970 to Present |
| The University of Memphis | Memphis | Civil Engineering (B S in Civil Engineering) | Oct 1, 1971 to Present |
| University of Tennessee Knoxville | Knoxville | Civil Engineering (BS in Civil Engineering) | Oct 1, 1936 to Present |
| University of Tennessee at Chattanooga | Chattanooga | Civil Engineering (BSCE) | Oct 1, 2006 to Present |
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville | Civil Engineering (Bachelor of Engineering) | Oct 1, 1939 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.
