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    Urban Design

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    Ames, USMUDIn-person2 years
    $50,982.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    30
    Credits
    $100.00
    App fee

    Urban Design at Iowa State University is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MUD program based in Ames, US. Tuition is $50,982.

    About the program

    Interdisciplinary 30-credit program focusing on contemporary urbanism challenges at local, regional, and global scales through integrated design processes including ecological, social, material, economic, and policy factors. Covers topics such as resilient cities, megacities, industrial landscapes, informal economies, and urban-rural divides.

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    Part-time option

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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); TOEFL Paper (PBT) 550
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $18,048.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Urban Design at Iowa State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Urban Design at Iowa State University is $50,982 across 30 required credits.
    Is Urban Design at Iowa State University online or in-person?
    Urban Design at Iowa State University is offered in-person.
    How long does Urban Design at Iowa State University take to complete?
    Urban Design at Iowa State University is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Urban Design at Iowa State University?
    Per the program's published guidance: Minimum 3.0 GPA
    What work-permit options follow Urban Design at Iowa State University?
    Post-completion work rights for Urban Design at Iowa State University: 12 months OPT (US)