Virginia Commonwealth University

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.U.R.P. - Master of Urban and Regional Planning, Post-baccalaureate graduate certificate - Urban Revitalization; Certificate - Urban Studies and Planning

Program Description:

The Department of Urban Studies and Planning in the College of Humanities and Sciences offers a Master of Urban and Regional Planning. The program is accredited by the Planning Accreditation Board and provides professional grounding in the theory and methodologies of planning through a curriculum that balances classroom and field experience. Students may choose a broad program in comprehensive planning or elect one of several concentrations including: urban revitalization and historic preservation, housing and neighborhood planning, economic development, physical planning and environmental planning. Students may also opt to develop an individualized program, focusing on one or more self-defined topics.

Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges & Schools

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Format: Campus

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Extensive

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Midsize City

Size & Settings: 20,000 and above