Number of Credits
42 credits
Program in
Master's in Urban & Regional Planning
Master's Degree
Develop the industry knowledge and leadership skills needed to effectively and responsibly shape the communities of tomorrow.
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Georgetown University will continue with remote learning for all on-campus programs through December 2020.
Georgetown University’s Master of Professional Studies in Urban & Regional Planning prepares you to design sustainable solutions for local communities in a rapidly urbanizing world. You'll have the opportunity to study urban planning in the global hub of Washington, D.C., where organizations and institutions are planning and investing in the future of cities.
Our program provides the applied knowledge, skills, and values necessary for you to become a city-building leader. Through a combination of academic theory and applied studio work, you’ll develop the skills and analytic insights needed for success in the urban planning industry.
Number of Credits: 42 credits
Format: On-campus
FormatOn-campus
Total Tuition: $60,522*
Total Tuition$60,522*
Enrollment: Full-time or part-time
EnrollmentFull-time or part-time
Duration: 2 to 5 years
Duration2 to 5 years
Semester of Entry: Fall, spring, summer
Semester of EntryFall, spring, summer
Our program embraces urbanization on a global scale, with an emphasis on responsible leadership and development practices. You'll gain market-relevant skills in applied urban research, geo-spatial analysis, and professional best practices. You'll also advance your skills in a technology- and data-enabled curriculum designed to embrace new and emerging professional practices, including integrated use of Geographic Information Systems.
In the classroom, you’ll learn from scholars and practitioners, who introduce the tools and methods associated with complex urban analysis. In the field, you'll have opportunities to apply our skills through urban studios, international travel, independent research, and professional networking.
The program is designed around the students and you choose to advance your interests in areas where you want to learn. You have many opportunities to move beyond urban planning theory and build skills in an applied setting.” The program helped me to develop the skills, content, and networks I need to plan communities that promote physical, social, mental, and spiritual health and well-being. Having professors who are practitioners ensures that the classes are relevant to the pressing issues facing cities.”This section has testimonials from current students and alumni.
Ideal for full-time graduate students and working professionals alike, our program is designed to fit your schedule and career objectives. We offer options for full- or part-time participation and classes held on weekday evenings, so you can earn your degree at a pace that suits your needs—without interrupting your career.
Upon completing the program, you’ll have the industry knowledge, leadership skills, and powerful alumni network needed to effectively and responsibly shape the communities of tomorrow.
*Tuition for the Summer 2021, Fall 2021, and Spring 2022 terms will be available in early 2021.
