Construction Management – Bachelor’s (BS)

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How to Apply

Prospective students applying to the B.S. in Construction Management program must first apply to UTA through the Office of Admissions.

Scholarships

UTA offers merit-based scholarships and financial aid for incoming students who meet eligibility criteria.

Transfer Students

UTA welcomes transfer students to start in fall, spring, or summer terms through guaranteed admissions or a holistic admissions review process.

International Students

We welcome international and non-U.S. students and help them navigate the process of applying and enrolling at UTA as international students.

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Construction Management

As the only program of its kind in North Texas, students in UTA’s Construction Management degree program gain the knowledge and technical, administrative, and communication skills necessary to succeed as a construction manager.

Undergraduate

On Campus

120 Credit Hours

College of Engineering

Program Overview

Learn what to expect and what the program offers.

UTA’s Construction Management degree program is the only one of its kind in North Texas. It provides students with the knowledge and technical, administrative, and communication skills necessary to succeed in the construction industry. Students will be able to deliver sustainable construction projects with respect to scope, scheduling, budgeting, quality, safety, and the environment.

For more information, including entrance requirements and a course sequence list, visit the Construction Management catalog page.

The College of Engineering advisors and faculty work with students on their four-year course sequence to ensure progress toward degree completion.

Degree plans for all Engineering programs are available here.

Certificates are offered in key areas desired by industry, and many of the courses can be completed online to accommodate students’ busy schedules. Undergraduate certificate programs are offered in conjunction with bachelor’s degree programs, while graduate certificates can be completed while enrolled in a master’s degree program or separately as a non-degree-seeking student.

Learn more about the College of Engineering’s Certificate Programs.

The program is accredited by the Applied and Natural Science Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org, under the commission's General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Construction Management.

All discipline specific programs in the College of Engineering meet educational requirements for professional licensure or certification in all U.S. states, territories, and the District of Columbia.

Engineering programs follow the admissions criteria and deadlines set by UTA’s Office of Admissions. Prospective students applying to the B.S. in Construction Management program must first apply to UTA through ApplyTexas or The Common Application, submit SAT/ACT scores and transcripts, and pay the application fee or provide a fee waiver.

Learn more about UTA’s application criteria as well as next steps in the enrollment process here. 

The Blaze Forward Scholarship Program

Using a combination of grants, tuition waivers, and scholarships, UTA’s Blaze Forward Program provides students meeting all eligibility requirements with funding to cover 100% of their tuition and course fees. Eligibility criteria includes:

  • Be a Texas resident paying the in-state tuition rate
  • Be eligible to receive awards through the Federal Pell Grant and the TEXAS Grant
  • Have a yearly family income of $85,000 or less
  • Enroll as a full-time student at UTA (minimum of 12 undergraduate hours each long semester)

For more information, visit the Blaze Forward Program page.

Merit-Based Scholarships

The Blaze Forward Program is one of many financial assistance programs offered at UTA. Merit-based scholarships are available to the highest academically achieving incoming freshmen and transfer students. The Scholarship Committee reviews students’ academic records based on a variety of factors including high school rank, GPA, test scores and difficulty of high school courses. Submission of an SAT or ACT test score is required to be considered for the highest academic scholarships.

We encourage students to apply to UTA and submit their FAFSA/TAFSA to determine eligibility for scholarships and financial aid. Complete the FAFSA online at StudentAid.gov. UTA school code: 003656. For more information, visit the UTA Scholarships page.

Other Ways to Fund Your College Education

Undergraduate students are eligible for federal loans and can borrow up to $12,500 each year in Direct Unsubsidized Loans, which may be partially subsidized. Direct PLUS Loans, which are available to parents of undergraduate students, also can be used for the remainder of costs not covered by other financial aid. Students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA to see if they qualify for federal loans. Banks and credit unions offer private student loans. Students may apply directly with the lender.

To calculate your approximate tuition and costs, use our Tuition Estimator.

Through our guaranteed admissions requirements or holistic review process, we welcome transfer students to start in the fall, spring, and summer terms. For information on how to apply, required documents to submit, and application deadlines, visit our Transfer Students page.

UTA Course Equivalency Tool

Transfer students can use UTA’s Course Equivalency Tool to look up courses from another college or university and view their transfer equivalencies at UTA. Official transfer evaluations are conducted for current and admitted students after receipt of an official transcript as part of the admissions process. The course equivalency tool provides an unofficial transfer evaluation and is not guaranteed as transfer equivalencies are revised frequently.

Transfer Scholarships

UTA offers support to high performing, incoming, undergraduate transfer students who are working on their first baccalaureate degree. For scholarship amounts, criteria, and deadlines, visit our Transfer Scholarship page.

Career Resources

Students come to the College of Engineering to learn the skills they need to begin a fulfilling career. The College hosts two career fairs each year with more than 200 employers and also provides mentorship, mock interviews, résumé writing and résumé reviews by alumni who are working in industry.

Engaged, Supportive Faculty

Our faculty have a wide array of research interests and specialties. Most invite undergraduate students interested in research to participate in their labs and are willing to spend time after class discussing questions and particular interests.

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Living and Learning in the DFW Metroplex

The DFW Metroplex is known for its diverse culture, active job market, vibrant restaurant and cultural scene, and extensive outdoor recreation activities. With 24 Fortune 500 companies including Lockheed Martin, Bell Textron, Alcon, McKesson, AT&T, and CBRE headquartered here, UTA students have access to an extensive network of opportunities for internships and jobs.

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Carnegie R-1 Institution for Research

UTA students benefit from an immersive, undergraduate and graduate research experience where they can actively contribute to a vibrant intellectual community. Engineering-related research expenditures contribute more than $64 million of the $125 million total in university research expenditures.

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Makerspaces Across Campus

UTA’s Central Library FabLab boasts 8,000-square-feet of makerspace featuring 3D printers, laser cutters, screen printers, kilns, and much more for learners from any discipline or experience level. In addition to the FabLab, the College of Engineering boasts four makerspaces with a variety of equipment available to students who wish to create prototypes or complete projects.

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