University of Cincinnati

About University of Cincinnati

The school prepares professionals for distinguished practice and spatially-based systems approaches with a focus on “livable places,” meaning “communities that enrich people’s lives.” Each of the School of Planning (SOP) disciplines provides particular perspectives and offers specific coursework on planning and designing innovative futures. The SOP offers outstanding academic and professional preparation for a career in in its three disciplines: horticulture, landscape architecture, and planning. We offer a comprehensive approach to the social, physical, economic, environmental, political, health, and legal aspects of the study and planning of communities, landscapes and environments from local to global perspectives.

Points of Distinction

The Bachelor of Urban Planning and Master of Community Planning programs at the University of Cincinnati have been accredited since the 1960's. Over 1,200 graduates are working in the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors contributing to improvements in areas including land use, social policy, historic preservation, transportation, housing, economic development, policy planning, environmental protection, urban design, international development, and more. Both programs require cooperative education semesters (BUP - 5 semesters, MCP - 1 semester). Co-op placements and studios enhance the real-world orientation of the BUP and MCP programs.

Degrees & Programs

Master's Degree
Degree Name	Master of Community Planning
Degree accredited by the Planning Accreditation Board:	Yes
Minimum GPA	3.0
Minimum GRE	not currently required
Minimum TOEFL	87
Minimum IELTS	6.5
Year this program started	1963 (Accredited in 1964)
In-state tuition per year	$18,910
Out-of-state tuition per year	$30,652
Application deadline	January 10
Financial aid and scholarship deadline	January 10
Students in program	38 (Fall 2023)
Full-time equivalent student:faculty ratio	8:1

Bachelor's Degree
Degree Name	Bachelor of Urban Planning
Degree accredited by the Planning Accreditation Board:	Yes
Minimum GPA	2.5
Minimum ACT	not currently required
Minimum SAT	not currently required
In-state tuition per year	$13,570
Out-of-state tuition per year	$28,904
Application deadline	March 1 (rolling admission)
Financial aid and scholarship deadline	December 1
Students in program	132 (Fall 2023)
Full-time equivalent student:faculty ratio	14:1