Graduates of this program seek diverse careers as construction managers, business owners, field engineers, cost estimators, estates manager, consultants, project managers and much more.

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Graduates of LSU's Construction Management programs have a 90%+ job placement after graduation¹

Build valuable professional relationships with 250,000+ successful alumni

Applicants may choose whether or not to have their ACT or SAT scores considered

Ranked as a best online bachelor's degree by U.S. News & World Report

Accredited by the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE)

New students enrolling in an eligible Bachelor's degree program for the Spring 2 2025 term may be eligible to receive a $250 credit. Exclusions and limitations apply. 

123-125 Credit Hours 

*Cost per credit hour and fees are subject to change

The only four-year program in the nation that provides Industry Emphasis Areas (IEA) in industrial, commercial, residential, heavy highway construction along with facilities management¹

Students have the opportunity to become an OSHA Certified Occupational Safety Specialist & earn an Associate Constructor certification through the American Institute of Constructors (AIC)

There is no distinction between the on-campus Bachelor of Construction Management and the online program

The online Bachelor of Science in Construction Management is designed to build innovative leaders who have the skills, experience, and education to supervise and direct all areas of construction in the private and public sectors.

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Students will earn a Business Administration and a Technical Sales minor with this degree. It also offers the opportunity to earn OSHA Construction Safety & Health Certificate, a Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS) Certificate, and become a Certified Associate Constructor (CAC) through the American Institute of Constructors (AIC).

The Bert S. Turner Department of Construction Management is dedicated to providing the construction industry with graduates ready to accept the challenges of today's global market. As a student in the program, you will receive an extensive education designed to prepare you to manage the construction process successfully.

Graduates of this program seek diverse careers as construction managers, business owners, field engineers, cost estimators, estate managers, consultants, project managers, and much more.

#5 in the nation as the Best Online Construction Management program by Intelligent.com for 2023

The passion and excellence that LSU stands for have earned the university a coveted "Tier One" spot in U.S. News & World Report's “Best Colleges.” 

3.0 Core GPA on the 19 units of college-preparatory high school courses

Transfer students with a 2.5+ GPA and 30 or more transferable credit hours from a regionally-accredited college or university may also be accepted.

LSU is a test-optional institution which means applicants will have the choice to select if they wish to have their ACT or SAT scores considered for admission.

“The Bert S. Department of Construction Management at LSU is uniquely positioned with the construction industry to deliver quality online construction education. This partnership with industry partners is well known at national levels. In addition, all faculty in the program undergoes online training for almost a year before they teach a course.”

Charles W. Berryman, Ph.D., CPC, AIC

Department Chair and Professor, Bert S. Turner Department of Construction Management

Will my degree say I earned it online? 

No, graduates receive the same diploma as on-campus peers.

Will I pay out-of-state tuition if I am outside of Louisiana? 

There are no out-of-state fees. Fully online programs offer the same flat-rate tuition no matter where you live.

How do online classes work?

LSU Online is a flexible fit for learners offering six starts a year and seven-week terms. All courses are designed to be fully accessible and engage learners, no matter where you are located. 

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¹ Bert S. Turner Department of Construction Management

 Mar 3, 2025

Mar 17, 2025

495 E. Parker Boulevard

Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Phone: 833-280-5634

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