University of Virginia

About University of Virginia

More than half the world's population lives in cities, but even the most remote natural places are inextricably linked with cities environmentally, economically, and socially. In the Department of Urban + Environmental Planning at the UVA School of Architecture, we believe in preparing future planners to tackle the critical challenges that come with global urbanization and rapidly transforming social, ecological, and technological systems to ensure a sustainable, equitable, and healthy future for cities.

Our professional programs give students critical skills and knowledge, emphasizing methods of analysis, theories of planning, and creative strategies for implementation. We prepare students to actively plan for tomorrow's cities through innovative strategies of analysis, design, policy, and community engagement. Our students experience the practice of planning first-hand through research, design and community-driven projects, internships, interdisciplinary study, and national and global travel experiences. MUEP graduates are eligible for certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners after two years of professional practice.

Points of Distinction

6:77:1 — Student/Faculty Ratio

96% — Student Retention Rate

100% — Student Graduation Rate

100% — Employment in Planning-Related Positions One Year after Graduation

Interdisciplinary Opportunities

Certificates in Historic Preservation, Urban Design, and Real Estate

Accredited 4-year Bachelor of Urban and Environmental Planning (B.UEP)

Accredited 2-year Masters of Urban and Environmental Planning (M.UEP)

Degrees & Programs