University of Michigan

About University of Michigan

The mission of the University of Michigan's Urban and Regional Planning is to build knowledge, develop capabilities, and imagine possibilities to cultivate flourishing communities. We pursue this vision through five core values: justice-driven, environmentally-minded, future-focused, co-creative, and action-oriented. With expertise across the breadth of the planning field, our program leverages the exceptional resources of the University of Michigan, draws on deep relationships within our region and around the world, and benefits from a thriving alumni network of change-makers.

Points of Distinction

Ten dual degree programs with other U-M graduate programs. Graduate Certificates in Real Estate Development, Healthy Cities, and Urban Informatics.

Degrees & Programs

Master's Degree
Degree Name	Master of Urban and Regional Planning
Degree accredited by the Planning Accreditation Board:	Yes
Minimum GPA	3.0
Minimum TOEFL	95
Minimum IELTS	7.0
Year this program started	1946
In-state tuition per year	$35,388 (2023-2024)
Out-of-state tuition per year	$51,720 (2023-2024)
Application deadline	January 15
Financial aid and scholarship deadline	January 15

Bachelor's Degree
Degree Name	Bachelor of Science in Urban Technology
Degree accredited by the Planning Accreditation Board:	No
In-state tuition per year	$17,403 (2023-2024)
Out-of-state tuition per year	$59,472 (2023-2024)
Application deadline	February 1
Financial aid and scholarship deadline	February 1