Construction Management (M.S.)
M.S. Construction Management
Program Overview
Texas State’s construction management master’s degree is based on nationally recognized academic standards along with feedback from the department’s Construction Advisory Board.
Course Work
The 30-hour program has a thesis and two non-thesis options. The thesis option is for students inclined to go to a doctoral program or develop in-depth knowledge in a specific research area through the writing of a thesis. The non-thesis options are for professional working students whose career goals are to attain advanced knowledge in the construction management field. Applicants looking for both in-person and online course options can apply for the San Marcos campus location.
Applicants applying to the Accelerated Online program will have courses available 100% online, allowing them to maintain their employment status while attending classes full time or part time. Students enrolling in nine hours each semester will complete the program in one year.
| Degree | Hours | Thesis Option | Location |
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Degree M.S. | Hours 30 | Thesis Option Thesis | Location San Marcos |
Degree M.S | Hours 30 | Thesis Option Non-Thesis | Location San Marcos |
Degree M.S. (Accelerated Online) | Hours 30 | Thesis Option Non-Thesis | Location Online |
For more information on online programs, certifications, and international restrictions, visit our Application Policy Information page.
Program Details
Graduates of the department include company owners, CEOs of regional corporations, and many managers of construction contractors throughout Texas and the Southwest.
Program Mission
The program aims to:
- apply advanced project management principles and practices to construction projects
- evaluate and select principles of leadership in business and management
- assemble extensive knowledge of current issues in construction to implement best practices
- demonstrate the ability to solve complex project decision-making scenarios and their associated risk management in construction
- integrate information and communication technology in construction management
Career Options
Graduates of the program secure positions in various construction-focused specialties, including construction contract administration, estimating, scheduling and project management, concrete ready-mix operations, concrete contracting, construction materials sales and distribution, and sustainability.
Program Faculty
The Department of Engineering Technology is home to many dedicated faculty members who take their commitment to higher education seriously. Faculty stay current in their fields of expertise through continual engagement in applied research, scholarship, and professional development. The department faculty are actively engaged in the execution of external grants and contracts awarded by federal and state agencies, industrial partners, and educational foundations. Faculty are also very active in publishing the results of their research in scholarly journals.
Contact us for general questions about your application, funding opportunities, and more. If you have specific questions after reviewing the program details, contact the program's graduate advisor.
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Application Deadlines
In-Person Programs
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For Entry Prior to Summer 2026
DEADLINES U.S. CITIZEN INTERNATIONAL Fall - Priority February 1 February 1 Fall - Standard June 15 (*Flexible) June 1 Spring June 1 (*Flexible) June 1 (*Flexible through October 1) Summer I March 1 (*Flexible) March 1 (*Flexible through March 15) *A flexible deadline means applications received after the standard deadline may be reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis with no guarantees for admission consideration.
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Effective for Summer 2026 Entry and Beyond
DEADLINES U.S. CITIZEN INTERNATIONAL Fall - Priority February 1 February 1 Fall - Standard August 1 June 1 Spring - Priority September 1 September 1 Spring - Standard November 1 October 1 Summer I - Priority January 1 January 1 Summer I - Standard May 1 March 15
For important information regarding deadlines and decision timelines, review the Application Policy Information page.
Accelerated Online Program
| Term | Part of Term | Deadline | Start Date |
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| Fall | First 8 Weeks | August 15 | August 25 |
| Fall | Second 8 Weeks | September 30 | October 14 |
| Spring | First 8 Weeks | January 6 | January 20 |
| Spring | Second 8 Weeks | February 24 | March 10 |
| Summer | First 8 Weeks | TBD | TBD |
Admission Requirements
The items required for admission consideration are listed below. Additional information for applicants with international credentials can be found on our international webpages.
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Application
- completed online application
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Application Fee
- $55 nonrefundable application fee, OR
- $90 nonrefundable application fee for applications with international credentials
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Transcripts & GPA
- Baccalaureate degree (or equivalent) from an accredited college or university in construction related area. Graduates of curricula outside these areas may be required to satisfy program prerequisite before full admission into the program. (Non-U.S. degrees must be equivalent to a four-year U.S. Bachelor’s degree. In most cases, three-year degrees are not considered. Visit our International FAQs for more information.)
- A copy of an official transcript from each institution where course credit was granted
- A competitive overall GPA or a competitive GPA in your last 60 hours of undergraduate course work, plus any completed graduate courses.
- Knowledge of construction management demonstrated through previous coursework and/or work experience.
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Test Scores
GRE
- GRE not required
Approved English Proficiency Exam Scores
Applicants are required to submit an approved English proficiency exam score that meets the minimum program requirements below unless they have earned a bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or the equivalent from a country on our exempt countries list.
- official TOEFL iBT scores required with a 78 overall
- official PTE scores required with a 52 overall
- official IELTS (academic) scores required with a 6.5 overall and minimum individual module scores of 6.0
- official Duolingo scores required with a 110 overall
- official TOEFL Essentials scores required with an 8.5 overall
This program does not offer admission if the scores above are not met.
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Documents
- statement of purpose (maximum two pages) conveying your research/professional interests, plans for graduate study, and professional aspirations
- resume/CV detailing work experience, extracurricular and community activities, and honors and achievements
- two letters of recommendation from persons best able to assess the student's ability to succeed in graduate school
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