Skip to main content
    GradsMatch
    Back to Programs
    The University of Texas at Austin

    Master of Science in Urban Design

    Last verified against the official program page on .

    Austin, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $38,556.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    11
    Cohort
    students
    36
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Urban Design at The University of Texas at Austin is a 36-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Austin, US. Tuition is $38,556 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program centers on a three-semester advanced studio sequence addressing urban development, infrastructure, ecology, urban landscape, public space, social justice, and accessibility, supplemented by seminars and lectures from architecture, planning, landscape architecture, sustainable design, and real estate. An optional honors track allows extension for a self-directed research project.

    Focus: both

    Your fit

    Match

    Pro users see a 0 to 100 match score personalized to their academic profile, plus a per-component breakdown (major, GPA, tests, work experience, and more).

    Admissions

    Pro

    Unlock full admissions requirements

    GPA thresholds, GRE/TOEFL/IELTS minimums, essay counts, recommendation letters, prerequisites, admissions contacts, and country-specific requirements like APS certification, portfolio submissions, or GATE scores.

    Sign in to view - it's free

    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min The GRE is required for MSUD.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL: 79 on the Internet-based test (iBT)
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS: An overall band of 6.5 on the Academic Examination

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    36 months OPT (US)

    $15,420.00
    Annual living cost

    Application Checklist

    Sign in to track what you need to submit for this program.

    Sign in
    See admits on GradCafe
    Self-reported profiles of past applicants to this program.

    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

    Recommendations

    Exact count of letters required, whether academic vs professional references are preferred, and any program-specific guidance on who to ask.

    Essays

    Number of essays required (statement of purpose, personal statement, diversity statement), prompts where the program publishes them, and whether supplemental essays are optional or mandatory.

    Contact

    Direct email and phone for the admissions office handling this program, plus a link to the program-specific inquiry page where available.

    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Science in Urban Design at The University of Texas at Austin cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Urban Design at The University of Texas at Austin is $38,556 across 36 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Urban Design at The University of Texas at Austin online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Urban Design at The University of Texas at Austin is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Science in Urban Design at The University of Texas at Austin take to complete?
    Master of Science in Urban Design at The University of Texas at Austin is structured around 2 years and 36 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Science in Urban Design at The University of Texas at Austin?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 in upper-division (junior- and senior-level) coursework
    Is Master of Science in Urban Design at The University of Texas at Austin STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Science in Urban Design at The University of Texas at Austin is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.