Program Overview

Urban Studies & Planning Program

The Urban Studies and Planning (USP) Program offers a major (B.A.) and minor that features an interdisciplinary curriculum for students interested in creating more just, inclusive, and equitable cities. Through a curriculum grounded in the social sciences, the Urban Studies program offers an applied, problem-solving focus, training in research methods, and practical hands-on experience in a carefully supervised internship and a practicum (senior seminar).

Program Description

Core courses integrate social science, planning and policy perspectives into the study of cities; develop the research and analytic tools necessary for urban planning and policy analysis; and offer hands-on applied research experience. Elective courses are designed to apply the basic core course content to urban planning and policy areas of interest.

Career Opportunities

The B.A. in Urban Studies and Planning prepares students for a wide range of careers in urban planning, administration, and community development. It is also recognized as a solid basis for graduate study in city and regional planning and other fields, including law, architecture, social work, and public health. The minor is designed to complement a wide range of majors by offering students an opportunity to develop competence in urban planning and policy.

Academic Pathways

The USP program provides students with a comprehensive education in urban studies and planning, preparing them for various career paths and graduate studies.

Program Overview

The Urban Studies and Planning program is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of urban issues and the skills to address them. The program's interdisciplinary approach combines social sciences, planning, and policy perspectives to equip students with the knowledge and tools necessary to create more just, inclusive, and equitable cities.