Virginia Tech (VT), formally the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VPI), is a public land-grant research university with its main campus in Blacksburg, Virginia. It also has educational facilities in six regions statewide, a research center in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, and a study-abroad site in Riva San Vitale, Switzerland. Through its Corps of Cadets ROTC program, Virginia Tech is a senior military college.
The Charles E. Via, Jr. Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Virginia Tech, located in Blacksburg, prepares students to address complex infrastructure challenges. Consistently ranked among the nation's top programs, it offers Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, Master of Engineering, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. The ABET-accredited curriculum provides a strong foundation in areas like construction, environmental, geotechnical, structures, and transportation, emphasizing sustainability, resilience, and ethical practice. Students gain hands-on experience through extensive research opportunities supported by state-of-the-art labs. The department is dedicated to advancing sustainable engineering principles and developing leaders ready for diverse careers in consulting, government, and industry, contributing vital infrastructure solutions to society.
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