Master of Science [M.S] - Master [2 Years]
$31,516 /Yr On-campus full_time

Master of Science [M.S] Urban and Regional Planning

  • The MSc in Urban and Regional Planning is a two-year degree program.
  • This program is accredited by the Planning Accreditation Board, a joint undertaking of the American Institute of Certified Planners and the Association of Collegiate Schools of Planning.
  • This program is designed for individuals who seek careers that draw on general and specialized skills in urban planning.
  • This program provides knowledge of the workings of both the private and public sectors.
  • The program enables individuals who have acquired these skills to move easily between private industry and public service careers.
  • Master’s students complete a minimum of 72 units.
  • Students may choose from the following areas of concentration:
    • Community Economic and Development (CEDH)
    • Design and Development (DD) 
    • Environmental Analysis and Policy (EAP)
    • Regional and International Development (RID)
    • Transportation Policy and Planning (TPP)

Tution & Application Fees

Year Year 2 Year 1
Tuition Fees $11700 $11700
Health Insurance $4714 $4714
International differential fee $15102 $15102
Other Fees NA $80
Total Fees $31516 $31596

Examinations

Exam Type Exam Name Score Out of Score Exam Level
IELTS International English Language Testing System 7.0 9 3
TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language 87 120 3
GRE Graduate Record Examination 326 340 2

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students must complete a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
  • Undergraduate preparation in college algebra and microeconomics is recommended prior to enrolling in the MURP program.
  • Students must demonstrate the ability to master skills in quantitative methods.
  • A GPA of 3.2 out of 4.0 is required in the last two years of undergraduate coursework.
  • Submission of GRE scores is not compulsory for this program. Students may voluntarily submit GRE test scores and they will be reviewed as part of the holistic application consideration.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

  • University also accepts Indian students who have completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
  • Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.