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    Urban and Regional Planning (MURP)

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    Honolulu, USMURPIn-person2 years
    $59,076.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    42
    Credits
    $100.00
    App fee

    Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) at University of Hawaii at Manoa is a 42-credit, 2-year, in-person MURP program based in Honolulu, US. Tuition is $59,076.

    About the program

    The program covers public policy and planning theory, planning methods, urban economics, environmental planning, land use policies, and site planning. It includes methods courses, electives, and a required planning practicum or urban design studio, with a final oral examination.

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Sep 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min Currently, MURP admissions do not require scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
    TOEFL
    optional
    Min Non-native speakers of English are required to meet the English proficiency eligibility requirements established by the Graduate Division
    IELTS
    optional
    Min Non-native speakers of English are required to meet the English proficiency eligibility requirements established by the Graduate Division

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $22,730.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) at University of Hawaii at Manoa cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) at University of Hawaii at Manoa is $59,076 across 42 required credits.
    Is Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) at University of Hawaii at Manoa online or in-person?
    Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) at University of Hawaii at Manoa is offered in-person.
    How long does Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) at University of Hawaii at Manoa take to complete?
    Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) at University of Hawaii at Manoa is structured around 2 years and 42 credits.
    What GPA is required for Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) at University of Hawaii at Manoa?
    Per the program's published guidance: minimum average grade point (GPA) of 3.0 in their previous degree(s)
    What work-permit options follow Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) at University of Hawaii at Manoa?
    Post-completion work rights for Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) at University of Hawaii at Manoa: 12 months OPT (US)