Community Planning and Law
College Park, Maryland, United States
The University of Maryland School of Law on the Baltimore campus offers a flexible credit transfer arrangement with the Master of Community Planning (MCP) program. Up to nine credits of MCP coursework can be applied toward the Juris Doctor (JD) degree, and similarly, up to nine JD credits can be transferred to the MCP program. This allows students to potentially save up to 18 credits by completing both programs concurrently, provided they are enrolled in both at the time of transfer.
- College Park, Maryland, United States
- 1 year
- On Campus
- N/A
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Program Overview
The University of Maryland School of Law on the Baltimore campus offers a flexible credit transfer arrangement with the Master of Community Planning (MCP) program. Up to nine credits of MCP coursework can be applied toward the Juris Doctor (JD) degree, and similarly, up to nine JD credits can be transferred to the MCP program. This allows students to potentially save up to 18 credits by completing both programs concurrently, provided they are enrolled in both at the time of transfer.
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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
TOEFL®
96.0
Key Dates
Application Start time & Deadline
Starting 2026-08-01
Apply before 2026-01-01
Program Start
Aug-26
Programme Structure
Courses include: Research Methods Land Use Planning: Concepts and Techniques The Planning Process Planning History and Theory Planning Economics Recent Developments in Urban Studies Community Development Community Planning Studio Recent Developments in Urban Studies
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
No academic requirements found.
English Language Requirements
TOEFL®
96.0
Overall ScoreAdditional Requirements
Applicants must submit a comprehensive application package including a Statement of Purpose, official transcripts, TOEFL/IELTS/PTE scores, three letters of recommendation, a CV or Resume, and optionally a portfolio and writing samples (up to three). Additionally, separate applications and acceptance are required for both the MCP and Law programs to facilitate credit transfer eligibility.
Course Fees
N/A
Annual Fee
1 year
Total Duration
Living Costs
No Living costs available.
University Scholarships
No University Scholarships 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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