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    Master of Community Planning

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    College Park, USMCPIn-person2 years
    $90,144.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    47%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Cohort
    students
    48
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Master of Community Planning at University of Maryland-College Park is a 48-credit, 2-year, in-person MCP program based in College Park, US. Tuition is $90,144.

    About the program

    The 48-credit program prepares generalist planners with expertise in housing and community development, economic development, environmental planning, and transportation through core courses, electives, studio practicum, and internship. It covers foundations of city and regional planning, research methods, planning process, history, theory, and physical and socio-economic functions of cities and regions.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jul 17, 2026
    Spring 2027
    Sep 12, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min Graduate Record Examination (GRE) (optional)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 96
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $21,000.00
    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 Master of Community Planning at University of Maryland-College Park cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Community Planning at University of Maryland-College Park is $90,144 across 48 required credits.
    Is Master of Community Planning at University of Maryland-College Park online or in-person?
    Master of Community Planning at University of Maryland-College Park is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Community Planning at University of Maryland-College Park take to complete?
    Master of Community Planning at University of Maryland-College Park is structured around 2 years and 48 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Community Planning at University of Maryland-College Park?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
    How competitive is Master of Community Planning at University of Maryland-College Park?
    Master of Community Planning at University of Maryland-College Park reports an acceptance rate of approximately 47%.