Free Tool — FE Exam Prep

What scores do you
need to pass the FE?

First attempt or retaker — this tool shows you the target score for every Civil FE subject, weighted by how much each one actually counts. If you have already taken it, enter your scores to see exactly where your gaps are.

Target scores per subject Weighted by NCEES exam percentage Works for first attempts and retakes
You have not taken the FE yet. This tool shows you the target score for every subject and which ones to prioritize given their exam weight. Enter your exam date and weekly hours to get your personalized target table.
Your NCEES scaled scores

Enter the scaled score (0 to 15) for each subject from your NCEES score report.

Mathematics
9% of exam
0–15
Probability & Statistics
5% of exam
0–15
Computational Tools
5% of exam
0–15
Ethics & Prof. Practice
5% of exam
0–15
Engineering Economics
5% of exam
0–15
Statics
9% of exam
0–15
Dynamics
5% of exam
0–15
Mechanics of Materials
9% of exam
0–15
Fluid Mechanics
9% of exam
0–15
Water Resources & Env.
10% of exam
0–15
Structural Analysis
8% of exam
0–15
Structural Design
8% of exam
0–15
Geotechnical Engineering
10% of exam
0–15
Transportation Engineering
8% of exam
0–15
Surveying
5% of exam
0–15
How this works

Targets are weighted, not equal

Geotechnical Engineering and Water Resources each count for 10% of your exam. Surveying is 5%. The target score for each subject reflects how much it actually moves the needle — heavier subjects demand more of your preparation time.

Already taken the FE?

Get your exact gaps

Switch to Retaker mode and enter your NCEES scaled scores. The tool will show you exactly which subjects are pulling you down, ranked by exam impact.

Have a score report?

The FE Diagnostic Analyzer reads your NCEES report and builds a full retake priority plan with study tips per subject.

Open FE Analyzer (Free)