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    Master of Urban Design (M.U.D.)

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    Berkeley, USMUDIn-person1 year
    STEM-OPT
    $40,000.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    32
    Credits
    $155.00
    App fee

    Master of Urban Design (M.U.D.) at University of California-Berkeley is a 32-credit, 1-year, in-person MUD program based in Berkeley, US. Tuition is $40,000 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    One-year interdisciplinary program offering advanced training in urban design across urban, suburban, and territorial scales, focusing on California and Western issues with a final independent advanced design project applicable worldwide.

    Focus: both
    CED top-ranked public school for architecture and built environment, QS

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    Deadlines

    Summer 2027
    Jan 18, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Urban Design requires a TOEFL score of 100
    IELTS
    required
    Min Our IELTS score requirement is the same as the Graduate Division’s (7.0)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT + 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $33,600.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Urban Design (M.U.D.) at University of California-Berkeley cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Urban Design (M.U.D.) at University of California-Berkeley is $40,000 across 32 required credits.
    Is Master of Urban Design (M.U.D.) at University of California-Berkeley online or in-person?
    Master of Urban Design (M.U.D.) at University of California-Berkeley is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Urban Design (M.U.D.) at University of California-Berkeley take to complete?
    Master of Urban Design (M.U.D.) at University of California-Berkeley is structured around 1 year and 32 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Urban Design (M.U.D.) at University of California-Berkeley?
    Per the program's published guidance: minimum of 3.0 (B) on a 4.0 scale
    Is Master of Urban Design (M.U.D.) at University of California-Berkeley STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Urban Design (M.U.D.) at University of California-Berkeley is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.