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    Public Policy and City and Regional Planning (Dual Degree)

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    Atlanta, USMSIn-person2 years
    $48,195.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    75
    Credits
    $105.00
    App fee

    Public Policy and City and Regional Planning (Dual Degree) at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus is a 75-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Atlanta, US. Tuition is $48,195.

    About the program

    The program prepares students for policy analysis and planning work at national, state, and local levels by combining perspectives from public policy and city and regional planning. It requires a minimum of 75 credit hours and provides interdisciplinary professional training with opportunities toward Ph.D. programs.

    Focus: both

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Scores of 150 for Verbal Reasoning, 150 for Quantitative Reasoning, and 4.0 Analytical Writing, if they elect to submit GRE scores
    V 150 · Q 150
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT Scores, if applicable, with a minimum of 100
    IELTS
    required
    Min comparable IELTS score

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $24,396.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Public Policy and City and Regional Planning (Dual Degree) at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Public Policy and City and Regional Planning (Dual Degree) at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus is $48,195 across 75 required credits.
    Is Public Policy and City and Regional Planning (Dual Degree) at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus online or in-person?
    Public Policy and City and Regional Planning (Dual Degree) at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus is offered in-person.
    How long does Public Policy and City and Regional Planning (Dual Degree) at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus take to complete?
    Public Policy and City and Regional Planning (Dual Degree) at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus is structured around 2 years and 75 credits.
    What GPA is required for Public Policy and City and Regional Planning (Dual Degree) at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0/4.0
    What work-permit options follow Public Policy and City and Regional Planning (Dual Degree) at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus?
    Post-completion work rights for Public Policy and City and Regional Planning (Dual Degree) at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus: 12 months OPT (US)