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Overview
About the Program
Upon graduation, students have the critical thinking, networking, and analytical skills to succeed in planning practice. Our faculty, students, and alumni reflect the diversity of society and become effective leaders in the private, public, and non-profit sectors.
The Urban and Regional Planning program of the University of California, Irvine (UCI) is consistently ranked as one of the nation’s top professional planning programs with full accreditation from the Planning Accreditation Board (PAB).
The MURP program provides a balance of critical thinking and skills development, empowering students to address complex urban challenges. Our core courses are developed and taught by our academic faculty, who contribute to a wide breadth of research that links theory and practice across disciplines. Their expertise provides students with strong foundational knowledge, as well as guidance and opportunities for career-relevant involvement and experience beyond the classroom.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- History of Urban Planning
- Theoretical Foundations of Planning
- Plan Development and Communication
- Microeconomic Analysis for Urban Planning
- Quantitative Analysis for Planners
- Land Use Law
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
72 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Public Law Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Urban Planning View 53 other Masters in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
GRE® Required
English requirements
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from a recognized academic institution with degree standards equivalent to those of the University of California, with a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 (waivers for strong candidates with slightly lower GPAs are possible under certain circumstances)
- We welcome applicants from a wide range of undergraduate disciplines, and planning experience is not required
- Transcripts from colleges attended
- Statement of Purpose
- Personal History Statement
- Three letters of recommendation
- Application fees
Tuition Fee
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International
33619 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 33619 USD per year during 24 months. -
National
33619 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 33619 USD per year during 24 months. -
In-State
18517 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18517 USD per year during 24 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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