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Why Choose a Coastal Engineering Major at 9i´«Ã½ÓÐÏÞ¹«Ë¾?

Love the beach? So do we! At SU, the coast is your classroom. Our students take their studies to the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean, where they learn how to design sustainable coastal infrastructure, help communities adapt to rising shorelines and prepare for natural disasters, and most of all, appreciate the breathtaking beauty of the water.

SU is the only school in Maryland – and one of just three on the East Coast – that offers this exciting degree. Whether you're fascinated by the forces of nature or passionate about making a lasting environmental impact, coastal engineering gives you the chance to turn your ideas into solutions that change the world. It’s a field where every project has the potential to transform communities and protect some of the most beautiful – and vulnerable – parts of our planet.

If you’re looking to make a real impact, there is no better place than SU. With small class sizes and big opportunities, you’ll build close relationships with your faculty and collaborate with your peers in a hands-on learning environment. You’ll do what most undergraduates at other universities could only dream of: getting out in the field and working on real-world projects that matter. Our program emphasizes both technical expertise and practical experience, ensuring that students are ready to tackle the challenges of coastal infrastructure, sustainability and disaster resilience. Whether addressing rising sea levels, shoreline erosion or renewable energy projects, our graduates are shaping the future of coastal management and environmental engineering. Plus, our program is designed to be ABET-accredited – so you’ll graduate with a degree that meets the highest standards in engineering education.

Join the movement to safeguard our shores and shape the future of coastal communities. Dive into the world of coastal engineering and start building a career that makes a real splash!

Careers for Coastal Engineering Majors

With SU’s coastal engineering program, you’re not just preparing for a job, you’re preparing to be a leader in the field. Our students are in demand by top employers, from federal agencies like the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Army Corps of Engineers and respected local engineering firms like Becker Morgan, Whiting-Turner and George, Miles & Buhr. As the U.S. Bureau of Labor reports an expected 8% growth in demand for engineers in the next 10 years, the job market for coastal engineers is thriving, and SU alumni are prepared to take on the challenges of today to protect our shores and communities tomorrow.