Civil Engineering in the Military - College Pathways?

Just started looking at my post high school options, and I'm thinking about combining my interest in civil engineering with serving in the military. Are there any specific colleges or pathways that could set me up for this?

Absolutely, there are several pathways you could consider to pursue your interest in civil engineering while serving in the military.

Firstly, you might want to consider attending a service academy such as the United States Military Academy (West Point), the United States Naval Academy, or the United States Air Force Academy. All three offer excellent engineering programs and graduates have a commitment to serve in the military afterwards.

The Army ROTC (Reserve Officers' Training Corps) program is another possibility. Through ROTC, you can attend a civilian college, participate in military training, and then serve in the military after graduation. You could study civil engineering at the college of your choice and participate in Army ROTC at the same time.

Another option would be attending a civilian college with an NROTC (Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps) program. The NROTC program offers scholarships in return for military service after graduation. There are also similar programs for the Air Force and the Marines.

If you're interested in the U.S. Coast Guard, the U.S. Coast Guard Academy offers an excellent engineering program.

Now, if you're considering the U.S. Space Force, keep in mind that this branch primarily deals with space systems and operations, which is a bit different from civil engineering. However, if you're interested in combining space and engineering, you might want to consider studying something like aerospace engineering.

Lastly, even if you attend a civilian college and are not in a ROTC program, you can still enlist in the military after graduation. The military always needs engineers and there's a good chance you could work in a role related to civil engineering.

You have quite a few options, so I would recommend researching each of these pathways further to see which one aligns best with your academics, career goals, and personal interests. It's a big choice, so take your time and gather as much information as you can. Good luck!