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Best Civil Engineering Schools in Ohio

Ohio has 10 colleges offering Civil Engineering programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 553 recent graduates. Graduates earn $59,617 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $60,166.

School choice matters significantly: University of Cincinnati-Main Campus graduates earn $63,898 while Youngstown State University graduates earn $52,420 — a $11,478 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

10
Schools in OH
$59,617
OH Avg. Earnings
$60,166
National Avg.
225
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Civil Engineering in Ohio

Public Schools (7)
$58,377
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (3)
$62,509
avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $4,132 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Civil Engineering Schools in Ohio, Ranked by Earnings

#1
U

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus

Cincinnati, OH · Public

$63,898
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $63,928
Graduates: 62
Acceptance: 87.7%
#2
O

Ohio Northern University

Ada, OH · Private

$63,005
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $56,895
Graduates: 23
Acceptance: 73.4%
#3
U

University of Dayton

Dayton, OH · Private

$62,707
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $63,857
Graduates: 38
Acceptance: 61.7%
#4
C

Case Western Reserve University

Cleveland, OH · Private

$61,814
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 28.7%
#5
O

Ohio State University-Main Campus

Columbus, OH · Public

$60,110
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $61,272
Graduates: 205
Acceptance: 50.8%
#6
U

University of Akron Main Campus

Akron, OH · Public

$58,796
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $62,163
Graduates: 68
Acceptance: 70.9%
#7
U

University of Toledo

Toledo, OH · Public

$58,522
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $60,361
Graduates: 59
Acceptance: 94.8%
#8
O

Ohio University-Main Campus

Athens, OH · Public

$58,479
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $59,630
Graduates: 40
Acceptance: 84.8%
#9
C

Cleveland State University

Cleveland, OH · Public

$56,415
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $54,498
Graduates: 29
Acceptance: 95.5%
#10
Y

Youngstown State University

Youngstown, OH · Public

$52,420
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $54,914
Graduates: 29
Acceptance: 80.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Civil Engineering in Ohio?
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus ranks #1 for Civil Engineering in Ohio with median graduate earnings of $63,898 within two years of graduation. There are 10 schools offering Civil Engineering programs in the state.
How much do Civil Engineering graduates earn in Ohio?
Civil Engineering graduates in Ohio earn an average of $59,617 within two years of graduation. This is 1% below the national average of $60,166 for this major.
What is the hardest Civil Engineering school to get into in Ohio?
Case Western Reserve University is the most selective Civil Engineering program in Ohio with an acceptance rate of 28.7%. The average acceptance rate across Civil Engineering programs in the state is 72.8%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Civil Engineering in Ohio?
In Ohio, private Civil Engineering programs produce average earnings of $62,509 vs $58,377 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 7 public and 3 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Ohio

Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $69,100 Chemical Engineering $68,150 Industrial Engineering $64,416 Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians $64,351 Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering $63,956 Computer Engineering $63,808 Computer Science $62,607 Construction Engineering Technologies $61,627
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Data updated June 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.