Overview

About the Program

The curriculum of the Construction Management program at University of Houston focuses on both fundamental knowledge and advanced topics. Fundamental courses include estimating, scheduling, contracting, and project management and advanced courses include risk analysis, decision making, computer applications in construction, sustainability and green construction, quality management, and Six-Sigma. Our graduates are prepared to work in the construction industry and in academia.

Often referred to as the jobs of the future, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) jobs are among some of the highest paying and in-demand jobs today. The MS in Construction Management program is STEM designated. While this not only recognizes the rigor of this program, it also provides an added benefit for international students with extended optional practical training (OPT) with additional 24 months.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Experiential Design & Data Analysis

Project Management Principles

Statistical and Optimization Methods in Construction Management

Data Analysis in Construction Management

Construction Contract Administration

Cost Analysis and Bidding

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Houston, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Submit an online application through the Office of the Graduate School
1 Official Transcript reflecting your Bachelor's Degree (Must arrive in a sealed envelope from your college or university.)
1 Official Transcript of any coursework since your Bachelor's degree (Must arrive in a sealed envelope from your college or university.)
Official TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo test score report (if applicable)
A letter of intent describing the candidate’s inspirations and benefits from the degree
Three letters of recommendation
Application fee

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

32910 USD / year

≈ 32910 USD / year
Out-of-State

32910 USD / year

≈ 32910 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

17760 USD / year

≈ 17760 USD / year

Living costs

Houston

United States

1067 - 1950 USD / month

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Overview

About the Program

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

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Financing

Funding

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