

Master's degree in Civil Engineering, General
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Campus & City Stanford, CA, United States
- Rent (1BR)
- $1,100
- Groceries
- $350
- Pint
- $6.5
Varies widely β warm south, four-season northeast, dry west.
Car-centric outside major cities; NYC/SF/Boston/Chicago have metro.
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A globally top-ranked research university, placed #6 in the QS World University Rankings 2025. Recognised for academic excellence, international reach, and strong graduate outcomes.
Student Reviews
Representative reviews"A great decision"
The course has exceeded my expectations. The best part: the opportunity to do independent research in the final year is a highlight. If I'm honest, first-year classes can be quite large. On the city β housing gets expensive fast if you don't live in dorms. Overall, if you're considering Master's degree in Civil Engineering, General at Stanford University, I'd say go for it.
"Exceeded expectations"
I've grown so much academically and personally here. The best part: the teaching staff are genuinely world-class and accessible. If I'm honest, would like to see more industry guest speakers in later years. On the city β the campus feels like a self-contained bubble in the best way. Overall, if you're considering Master's degree in Civil Engineering, General at Stanford University, I'd say go for it.
"Genuinely worthwhile"
The programme genuinely lives up to its reputation. The best part: small-group tutorials really push your thinking. If I'm honest, would like to see more industry guest speakers in later years. On the city β the campus feels like a self-contained bubble in the best way. Overall, if you're considering Master's degree in Civil Engineering, General at Stanford University, I'd say go for it.
"Mixed but mostly good"
Overall a solid programme but worth going in with open eyes. The best part: the course strikes a good balance between theory and practical application. If I'm honest, first-year classes can be quite large. On the city β campus life is really active β Greek life, sports, clubs, you name it. Overall, if you're considering Master's degree in Civil Engineering, General at Stanford University, I'd say go for it.
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