MS in Civil Engineering

Baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution with a grade point average of at least 3.0.

Before you upload any Unofficial Transcripts to your Cal State Apply application, ensure you have legible copies of transcripts from each college or university you have attended, including study abroad coursework and community college coursework, even if such coursework appears as transfer credit on your degree transcript. In progress coursework is acceptable, but an incomplete academic history will significantly delay the review of your application.

Your letters of recommendation are an important component of your grad school application. They highlight your academic work and potential for success.

To write a strong Statement of Purpose (SOP), review the website for your intended program of study for any department specific instructions or prompts, many departments provide detailed instructions. Your Statement of Purpose is an important essay required by San Francisco State Graduate Programs. Tips: Introduce yourself to the intended graduate program and to highlight academic experiences that prepare you for the program (e.g., coursework, research, internships, presentations). Discuss your motivation or passion for pursuing graduate study. Explain your research interests, disciplinary subfields, and areas of specialization. Outline your professional objectives and how the program aligns with your goals. Demonstrate how your experiences and interests align with the program's resources and characteristics. Mention specific faculty members you want to work with and how their interests match yours. Discuss your personal background and how it shapes your decision to pursue a graduate degree. Include educational, familial, cultural, economic, and social experiences that have influenced you.