Cleveland State University

About Cleveland State University

The Maxine Goodman Levin School of Urban Affairs is one of the best public affairs schools in the nation according to US News & World Report. Our Master of Urban Planning and Development program equips urban planning and development professionals with the knowledge and skills to effect positive change for diverse and dynamic communities. In our Bachelor of Arts in Community Planning program, students learn how to improve cities with a focus on engagement and equity. Through our curriculum, engaged activities, and faculty research, we generate innovative ideas that foster livable, equitable, vibrant, and sustainable futures, particularly for legacy cities.

Points of Distinction

The MUPD program is fully accredited as a planning program by the Planning Accreditation Board. Our MUPD graduates are employed by cities, townships, community development corporations, social service organizations, real estate and development organizations, and planning firms across Ohio and the United States. In 2023, our capstone studio project, "Balancing Broadway," won the APA Ohio Student Showcase award.

Degrees & Programs

Master's Degree
Degree Name	Master of Urban Planning and Development
Degree accredited by the Planning Accreditation Board:	Yes
Minimum GPA	3.0 (preferred)
Minimum GRE	Not required
Minimum TOEFL	78 (internet-based) or 550 (paper-based)
Minimum IELTS	6.0 (5.0 in each section)
In-state tuition per year	$12,983
Out-of-state tuition per year	$13,004
Application deadline	None. We offer rolling admissions. Students can start in the fall or spring semester
Financial aid and scholarship deadline	February 15 for priority consideration
Students in program	24
Full-time equivalent student:faculty ratio	3:1

Bachelor's Degree
Degree Name	Bachelor of Arts in Community Planning
Degree accredited by the Planning Accreditation Board:	No
Minimum GPA	2.3
In-state tuition per year	$12,878
Out-of-state tuition per year	$18,392
Application deadline	None. We offer rolling admissions. Students can start in the fall or spring semester.
Financial aid and scholarship deadline	February 15 for priority consideration