Program Overview

Master of Science in City and Regional Planning

The Master of Science in City and Regional Planning is a 45-credit, professionally accredited graduate degree program offered by Temple University's Tyler School of Art and Architecture. This program prepares students for dynamic career opportunities in city and regional planning for government, nonprofit, and private sectors. Graduates of this program are eligible for status as an American Institute of Certified Planners candidate, pre-certified planner.

Program Overview

Guided by a faculty of experienced, practicing professionals, City and Regional Planning MS students learn how to navigate the challenges of policymaking in a multitiered regulatory framework and within a pluralistic society. They gain the communication skills and tools necessary to work effectively with a range of communities, administrative stakeholders, and interest groups in the processes of planning and decision-making.

Curriculum

The curriculum of the City and Regional Planning MS builds skill sets in social and environmental planning and governmental structures, and develops advanced computer applications for planning. Areas of particular strength for this program are sustainability, environmental planning, and community engagement. Students in the graduate program gain a broad understanding of the physical and economic aspects of planning, sensitivity to the social and environmental impact of planning decisions, and knowledge of the pertinent governmental structures.

Concentrations

This degree program can be completed with or without a concentration.

Classes & Curriculum

As a City and Regional Planning MS student, you'll build skills in social and environmental planning and governmental structures, and develop advanced methods for planning. A few courses you can anticipate taking include:

• Environmental Planning
• Planning History and Theory
• Planning Politics and Administration
• Spatial Analysis Techniques/Geographic Information Systems

Tuition & Fees

Tuition rates are set annually by the university and are affected by multiple factors, including program degree level, course load, in-state or out-of-state residency, and more.

• Pennsylvania resident: $1,148.00 per credit
• Out-of-state: $1,577.00 per credit

Academic Advising

Tyler's academic advising team offers every Tyler student one-on-one, personal, and academic guidance, beginning at Orientation right through to graduation. Our academic advisors will help you chart your course through your program and ensure you are on a clear path.

Student Clubs and Organizations

Joining a student organization can enrich your coursework, help you build meaningful networks with peers, and gain leadership experience. Examples of student clubs and organizations include:

• Temple Community Development Club
• Temple Student Planning Organization

Accreditation

Tyler School of Art and Architecture's degree programs are accredited by the following accrediting bodies:

• National Association of Schools of Art and Design
• Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
• National Architectural Accrediting Board (Master of Architecture)
• Landscape Architecture Accreditation Board (Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture and Master of Landscape Architecture)
• Planning Accreditation Board (Master of Science in City and Regional Planning)
• International Facilities Management Association (Bachelor of Science in Facilities Management)