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    Community and Regional Planning

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    Ames, USMCRPIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $66,912.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    90%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    49
    Credits
    $100.00
    App fee

    Community and Regional Planning at Iowa State University is a 49-credit, 2-year, in-person MCRP program based in Ames, US. Tuition is $66,912 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program concentrates on land use and transportation, community design and development, and rural and environmental planning. Students may design their own area of concentration with the assistance of their major professor.

    Focus: both
    7th among Midwestern graduate urban planning programs (Planetizen 2023)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Feb 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL Internet (iBT) 79 (for exams taken before January 21, 2026; 4.5 (for exams taken on or after January 21, 2026))
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US) (STEM OPT extension may apply if the program is on the STEM Designated Degree Program List).

    $18,048.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Community and Regional Planning at Iowa State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Community and Regional Planning at Iowa State University is $66,912 across 49 required credits.
    Is Community and Regional Planning at Iowa State University online or in-person?
    Community and Regional Planning at Iowa State University is offered in-person.
    How long does Community and Regional Planning at Iowa State University take to complete?
    Community and Regional Planning at Iowa State University is structured around 2 years and 49 credits.
    What GPA is required for Community and Regional Planning at Iowa State University?
    Per the program's published guidance: Minimum 3.0 GPA
    Is Community and Regional Planning at Iowa State University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Community and Regional Planning at Iowa State University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.