How long does it take to get a building engineering degree?

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Zippia Team · Accepted Answer

It takes two to four years to get a building engineering degree. Prospective building engineers have the option to earn either an associate's or bachelor's degree. With that said, given enough experience, a candidate with no college degree can become a building engineer.

The most common degree for building engineers is a bachelor's degree (32% of building engineers) in a professional engineering degree in civil, structural, or architectural engineering. The second most common degree is an associate's degree (23% of building engineers) in architectural building engineering technology or related field.

If you are looking for an entry-level job, a degree in building engineering from a two-year community college should be sufficient. Conversely, a degree from a four-year university is required for most advanced engineering positions. Finally, beyond educational credentials, to work as a building engineer, you must complete a training program and obtain a state license.