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    Urban Planning MUP

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    Buffalo, USMUPIn-person2 years
    $51,500.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    52
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Urban Planning MUP at University at Buffalo is a 52-credit, 2-year, in-person MUP program based in Buffalo, US. Tuition is $51,500.

    About the program

    Two-year program providing interdisciplinary knowledge, skills, and practical experience for professional planners. Covers urban sustainability and social justice in areas including land use, environmental planning, housing, transportation, urban design, economic development, community health, food systems, and global development, with core curriculum, studios, electives, and professional project or thesis.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Aug 14, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE scores are not required... For those applicants who wish to submit a GRE score the department encourages them to do so, and the score will be reviewed alongside other application materials.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 79 (internet-based) or 550 (paper-based)
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5 overall with no individual subscore below 6.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $18,700.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Urban Planning MUP at University at Buffalo cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Urban Planning MUP at University at Buffalo is $51,500 across 52 required credits.
    Is Urban Planning MUP at University at Buffalo online or in-person?
    Urban Planning MUP at University at Buffalo is offered in-person.
    How long does Urban Planning MUP at University at Buffalo take to complete?
    Urban Planning MUP at University at Buffalo is structured around 2 years and 52 credits.
    What GPA is required for Urban Planning MUP at University at Buffalo?
    Per the program's published guidance: A B-grade (GPA of 3.0) or higher
    What work-permit options follow Urban Planning MUP at University at Buffalo?
    Post-completion work rights for Urban Planning MUP at University at Buffalo: 12 months OPT (US)