California State University, Northridge

About California State University, Northridge

The Department of Urban Studies and Planning provides a broad-based educational experience that addresses diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice, and develops informed and thoughtful individuals who are prepared to contribute to the field of urban studies and planning.

Degrees & Programs

Master's Degree
Degree Name	Master of Urban Planning
Degree accredited by the Planning Accreditation Board:	No
Minimum GPA	An overall GPA of 3.0 (or last 60 units GPA of 3.25) or greater for courses taken in the bachelor’s degree
Minimum GRE	The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is not required for application to the program. However, students with an overall GPA of less than 3.0 may be considered for admission to the program if they have a GPA of over 2.5 and pass one section of the GRE exam (verbal, quantitative or analytical) with a score at the 50th percentile or higher. Applicants who do not meet the GPA or GRE requirements specified above may be considered for admission if they can demonstrate other personal or professional experience that provides strong evidence of a commitment to planning (e.g., planning employment, service on a planning commission, etc.).
Minimum TOEFL	80 (internet-based) or 550 (paper-based)
Minimum IELTS	6.5
Year this program started	2015
In-state tuition per year	$8,982
Out-of-state tuition per year	$16,542
Application deadline	Priority deadline: March7, 2025 | Final deadline: May 30, 2025
Students in program	30
Full-time equivalent student:faculty ratio	5:1

Bachelor's Degree
Degree Name	BA in Urban Studies and Planning
Degree accredited by the Planning Accreditation Board:	No
Minimum GPA	2.50
Minimum ACT	Not Required
Minimum SAT	Not Required
In-state tuition per year	$7,458
Out-of-state tuition per year	$20,058
Application deadline	January 31
Financial aid and scholarship deadline	May 2
Students in program	90
Full-time equivalent student:faculty ratio	15:1