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    Urban and Regional Planning, M.U.R.P

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    Irvine, USMURPIn-person2 years
    $53,188.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    62%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    27
    Cohort
    students
    72
    Credits
    $155.00
    App fee

    Urban and Regional Planning, M.U.R.P at University of California-Irvine is a 72-credit, 2-year, in-person MURP program based in Irvine, US. Tuition is $53,188.

    About the program

    Two-year professional program covering planning history, theories, analysis methods, law, urban settlements, and electives in areas such as environmental planning, housing, land use, transportation, and international development. Includes capstone with professional report or practicum for hands-on experience.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jun 30, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min For the TOEFL iBT, the minimum required overall score for admissions consideration is 80.
    IELTS
    required
    Min The minimum requirements for admissions consideration are an overall score of 7, with a score of no less than 6 on any individual module.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $29,479.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Urban and Regional Planning, M.U.R.P at University of California-Irvine cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Urban and Regional Planning, M.U.R.P at University of California-Irvine is $53,188 across 72 required credits.
    Is Urban and Regional Planning, M.U.R.P at University of California-Irvine online or in-person?
    Urban and Regional Planning, M.U.R.P at University of California-Irvine is offered in-person.
    How long does Urban and Regional Planning, M.U.R.P at University of California-Irvine take to complete?
    Urban and Regional Planning, M.U.R.P at University of California-Irvine is structured around 2 years and 72 credits.
    What GPA is required for Urban and Regional Planning, M.U.R.P at University of California-Irvine?
    Per the program's published guidance: minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0
    How competitive is Urban and Regional Planning, M.U.R.P at University of California-Irvine?
    Urban and Regional Planning, M.U.R.P at University of California-Irvine reports an acceptance rate of approximately 62%.