Program Overview

Introduction to the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy

The Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy offers a range of academic programs designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the fields of planning and public policy.

Graduate Programs

The Bloustein School offers several graduate programs, including:

• Master of City and Regional Planning (MCRP)
• Master of City and Regional Studies (MCRS)
• Doctoral Program
• Joint and Dual Degrees
• Certificate Programs
• KDI Scholars Program

Dual Degree with Rutgers Law School (MCRP/JD)

The Rutgers Law Schools at Camden and Newark and the Bloustein School offer a dual-degree program designed for students who are interested in law, politics, and public policy. This four-year course of study leads to the master of city and regional planning and Juris Doctor (MCRP/JD) degrees.

Program Structure

The program requires students to spend two and a half years at the law school and one and a half years in the planning program. Students usually begin the program with the law school curriculum, completing two years of law school and one and a half years in urban planning before returning to a one-half year in law school.

Courses and Requirements

Courses required during the time at the Bloustein School include urban economics, methods, history, and theory of planning, and studio coursework. The law school will transfer 12 credits for four required courses in the urban planning and policy development program toward the J.D. degree, and the urban planning program will accept 12 credits from the law school.

Financial Aid

Students are eligible for financial aid for the time they are in residence at the Bloustein School. Awarded on a competitive basis and according to a student’s needs, financial aid can include tuition, tuition and stipends, or just a stipend.

Admission Criteria

To be considered for the dual-degree program, students must apply to the Bloustein School, urban planning and policy development program in New Brunswick, and be accepted to the School of Law at Camden or Newark. Students should submit their full applications by January 15 (for financial support consideration). The Law School Admission Test (LSAT) will be accepted in place of the Graduate Record Exam (GRE).

Undergraduate Programs

The Bloustein School offers several undergraduate programs, including:

• Majors & Minors
  • City and Regional Planning
  • Health Administration
  • Public Health
  • Public Policy
  • Urban Planning & Design
• Minors Only
  • Disability Studies
  • Health Equity
  • Medical Ethics & Health Policy
  • Public Administration & Management
  • Urban Studies

Student Services

The Bloustein School provides a range of student services, including:

• Graduate Student Advising & Resources
• Policies & Resources
• Graduation
• Student & Academic Services Staff
• Career Development
• Graduate Student Orientation
• Student Organizations & Honoraries
• Undergraduate Student Advising & Resources
• Student & Academic Services Staff
• Undergraduate Seniors
• Graduation
• Student Organizations & Honoraries
• Career Services
• Undergraduate Internships

Faculty and Staff

The Bloustein School has a diverse faculty and staff, including:

• Faculty
• Administrative Staff
• Advisory Board
• PhD Students
• Student & Alumni Spotlights

Research

The Bloustein School is committed to research and scholarship, with a focus on:

• Urban Planning
• Public Policy
• Health Administration
• Public Informatics

Events

The Bloustein School hosts a range of events, including:

• Reserve a Room
• Advertise Your Event
• Events Calendar
• Bloustein School Named Lectures
• Facilities

News

The Bloustein School publishes news and updates on its website, including:

• Latest News
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