Program Statistics
Public Information
The Planning Accreditation Board requires this information be posted for the Master of City and Regional Planning program.
Student Achievement
The Department conducted a survey of alumni and practitioners (via TAPA) in the spring of 2026 (55 respondents). Alumni who graduated between 2018 and 2025 were asked about their satisfaction with how the program prepared them for planning employment. The table below shows the percent of graduates who agreed or strongly agreed with the following statements:
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The program provided me with general knowledge that helps me (or will help me) confront complex problems in planning and community development. |
96% |
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The curriculum sufficiently considered factors that reduce inequities and promote opportunity for all. |
96% |
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The program prepared me with the analytical skills I need to succeed in the profession (i.e., GIS, demographic analysis, ability to interpret land use records and site plans, etc.) |
63%
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My experience in the Master of City and Regional Planning program prepared me with the communication skills I need to succeed in the profession (i.e., writing, facilitating meetings, etc.). |
83% |
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The curriculum sufficiently addressed key issues in planning ethics and professional conduct. |
96% |
| The curriculum sufficiently addressed factors that contribute to sustainable communities and reduce impacts of climate change. | 88% |
Examples of the success and community impact of our recent graduates can be found in our most Annual Report.
2026-2027 Tuition and Fees
In State Residents, per full-time academic year: $13,560
Out of State Residents, per full-time academic year: $21,556
Student Retention Rate
Percentage of students who began studies in fall 2025 and continued into fall 2026: 92%
Student Graduation Rate
Percentage of students graduating within 4 years, entering class of 2021: 90%
Number of Degrees Awarded
Number of degrees awarded for the 2025 - 2026 Academic Year: 14
AICP Pass Rate
Percentage of master's graduates taking the AICP exam within 3 years who pass, graduating class of 2022: 100%
Employment
Percentage of all graduates obtaining professional planning, planning-related or other positions within 12 months of graduation, graduating class of 2025: 100%