University of Washington Seattle

About University of Washington Seattle

The MUP degree covers planning history, theory, methods, and technical and soft skills, reflecting the needs of planning practice. Studio courses allow students to work on planning issues in local communities, and capstone projects provide applied research opportunities in a professional context. We have five specialization areas, four joint/dual degrees with departments across UW, and provide mentors for every student through our Professionals Council. We're happily in the Pacific Northwest; Seattle is an environmentally conscious and tech-savvy Pacific Rim global city. The ever-changing Puget Sound region presents planning challenges and opportunities to professionals and students alike.

Points of Distinction

Established in 1936, ours is one of the oldest programs in the country. We are in the dynamic College of Built Environments (with Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Real Estate, and Construction Management) at one of the top-ranked universities globally. Our students go on to public, private, and non-profit jobs in Washington and internationally. The training and professional connections gained during students' time here, combined with robust job opportunities for planners in the state, means that many find jobs in the region.

Degrees & Programs

Master's Degree
Degree Name	Master of Urban Planning
Degree accredited by the Planning Accreditation Board:	Yes
Year this program started	1936
In-state tuition per year	18,084 (2023-24)
Out-of-state tuition per year	31,329 (2023-24)
Application deadline	January 15
Students in program	approximately 45 per cohort, 100 total
Full-time equivalent student:faculty ratio	by cohort: 3:1

Bachelor's Degree
Degree accredited by the Planning Accreditation Board:	No