Urban and Regional Planning
East Lansing, Michigan, United States
The Master of Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) program at Michigan State University prepares students for professional careers in urban and regional planning across public and private sectors. The curriculum emphasizes both broad planning principles and specialized skills necessary for effective practice, fostering analytical, design, and research competencies aligned with industry standards.
- East Lansing, Michigan, United States
- 2 years
- On Campus
- N/A
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Program Overview
The Master of Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) program at Michigan State University prepares students for professional careers in urban and regional planning across public and private sectors. The curriculum emphasizes both broad planning principles and specialized skills necessary for effective practice, fostering analytical, design, and research competencies aligned with industry standards.
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Class Size
400 Students
Key Features
Specializations Available
AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction
Research Opportunities
Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships
Admission Requirements
PTE Academic
53.0
Key Dates
Application Start time & Deadline
Starting 2025-08-01
Apply before 2025-08-01
Starting 2026-01-01
Apply before 2025-10-01
Program Start
Aug-25
Programme Structure
Courses include: Applied Research Methods for Planning and Development Urban Land Management and the Environment Geographic Information Systems and Design Tools for Planning Planning Theory and Ethics Economics of Planning and Development Planning and Development Law
Program Highlights
- Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
- Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
- Expert faculty with industry experience
- Career support and placement assistance
Academic Requirements
GPA
3.0
GRE®
N/A
English Language Requirements
PTE Academic
53.0
Overall ScoreAdditional Requirements
Applicants must hold a recognized bachelor's degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Those with GPAs below 3.0 may supplement their application with a GRE score of at least 1000 (verbal and quantitative) and an analytical writing score of 3.5. International applicants requiring English proficiency must submit TOEFL scores. Admission criteria focus on academic achievement, relevant experience, and potential for leadership in urban and regional planning.
Course Fees
N/A
Annual Fee
2 years
Total Duration
Living Costs
No Living costs available.
University Scholarships
Joseph R. and Sarah L. Williams Scholarship
N/A
Amount
$7,500 (One-time)
Deadline
Not Available
Alumni Distinguished Scholarship Commended Finalist
N/A
Amount
$2,500
Deadline
Not Available
External Scholarships
Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship
N/A
Amount
1250 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Master's Scholarship
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship
N/A
Amount
2000 USD
Deadline
15 Apr 2025
Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History
N/A
Amount
300 EUR
Deadline
Anytime
Eligibility Requirements
No Eligibility Requirements Available
Application Process
No Application Steps Available
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