Virginia has 6 ABET-accredited bachelor's programs in civil engineering. The statewide median wage for civil engineers is $97,120 (BLS OEWS May 2025), which is useful context when you plan entry offers against the Virginia salary data. Graduates of these programs meet the education requirement for the FE exam; check the Virginia licensure page for the path from EIT to PE.
| Institution | City | Program | Accredited |
|---|---|---|---|
| George Mason University | Fairfax | Civil and Infrastructure Engineering (Bachelor of Science) | Oct 1, 1993 to Present |
| Liberty University | Lynchburg | Civil Engineering (B.S.) | Oct 1, 2022 to Present |
| Old Dominion University | Norfolk | Civil Engineering (BS in Civil Engineering) | Oct 1, 1967 to Present |
| University of Virginia | Charlottesville | Civil Engineering (BS) | Oct 1, 1936 to Present |
| Virginia Military Institute | Lexington | Civil Engineering (Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering) | Oct 1, 1936 to Present |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | Blacksburg | Civil Engineering (Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering) | Oct 1, 1936 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.
