Construction Management Bachelor's Degree

Admission Requirements

Before You Apply

The Construction Management degree welcomes students who have completed at least 30 college credits, which will count toward your 120-credit total. You can apply if you don’t have 30 credits completed yet, but you should first talk to our admissions advisor.

Application Checklist

Please include these three things with your application:

• An online application
• An application fee
• College transcripts 

That’s it! No need to write a personal essay or ask for letters of recommendation.

Ready to apply? Here’s what we’re looking for:

• 30 transferable credits
• 2.5+ grade point average
• Demonstrated interest in the construction field

We also look to see if you have:

• A pattern of steady academic improvement
• Nonacademic experience in a related field
• Extenuating circumstances (events or issues that may have affected your progress in school)

Transferring Credits

Wondering how your past credits might transfer?

The Construction Management major may accept credits from courses you’ve already taken, either at the University or Minnesota or elsewhere.

The guides below will help you see which community college courses will transfer to the CMGT program. Don’t see your community college listed here? Contact us at [email protected].

• Anoka-Ramsey Community College
• Century College
• Dakota County Technical College
• Inver Hills Community College
• Minneapolis Community and Technical College
• Normandale Community College
• North Hennepin Community College
• Rochester Community and Technical College
• Saint Paul College

Additional Resources

• Transferology – A free online service to see how your courses might transfer to the U
• APAS – Current U of M students can run a "what if" report to see how their credits might fulfill program requirements

Apply

Fall Semester Application Deadline: Priority: February 1; Final: August 1
Spring Semester Application Deadline: Priority: October 1; Final: December 1

We will consider all applications received by the priority deadline for each term. Applications received between the priority deadline and the final deadline will be considered if space is available.

Questions about submitting your application on time? Contact our Admission Advisor.
 

• Apply (Current U of M Student)
• Apply (External Applicant)
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Career Outlook

"It is becoming increasingly important for construction managers to have a bachelor’s degree in construction science, construction management, architecture, or engineering." (Bureau of Labor Statistics, US Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Construction Managers, visited June 16, 2020)

Employment in Minnesota in jobs related to construction management is expected to grow nearly 22 percent between 2019 and 2029. (Burning Glass Technologies: Program Insight™, accessed 8/10/21.)

Graduate Snapshot

Averages of 2019−20 (Source: U of M Career and Internship Services Surveys)

• 100% Paid employment 
• 95% Job closely/
  somewhat related to major 
• $77K Median income 

Visit Career and Internship Services for more alumni data, job search and internship resources, and employment listings.

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Current Students

Are you a current student of any of the CMGT programs? We built a website just for YOU!  

We envision the Construction Management Students website to be a one-stop shop for all your academic needs. From the website, you can:

• contact your instructors and advisors
• browse the academic calendar
• access essential forms and docs (e.g., Directed Study and Leave of Absence)
• explore internships and career opportunities
• apply to the study abroad program
• learn about competitions and other student activities
• and a whole lot more!

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is Construction Management?

Construction management focuses on end-to-end oversight across the construction process. From initial design strategy to project turnover and commissioning, this field is vital to successful completion of construction projects.   

What Do Construction Managers Do? 

Construction managers oversee all aspects of a construction project, from start to finish. These professionals lead each segment of a building project, implementing design goals, procuring materials, managing cost and time, and ensuring adherence to building codes—all while leveraging the latest construction management technologies and collaborating effectively with all project stakeholders.  

How Much Do Construction Managers Make? 

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), construction managers earn a median annual salary of $98,890. Those interested in pursuing heavy and civil engineering construction can earn an annual median salary of $100,310 or $100,260 for nonresidential building construction management, making construction management a lucrative career field.

What Can You Do With A Construction Management Degree?

Construction management program graduates have the opportunity to pursue career paths that support a number of areas within the construction industry: working for construction firms, subcontractors, suppliers, and as owner representatives. From project management roles to those even more specialized, you can be challenged in positions such as assistant preconstruction manager, construction project manager, estimator, project engineer, energy consultant, certified field inspector, and many more!

How Can A Degree In Construction Management Advance My Career?

According to the BLS, construction managers are increasingly expected to hold a B.S. in areas such as construction science, construction management, architecture, or engineering. A bachelor’s degree in construction management from the University of Minnesota can give graduates an edge in their career pursuits with applied industry-focused tools and knowledge that align with the realities of the construction management field.