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    Dual Degree: Master of Science in Civil Engineering / Master of Regional Planning (MS/MRP)

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    Amherst, USMs/mrpIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $75,582.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    15
    Cohort
    students
    66
    Credits
    $85.00
    App fee

    Dual Degree: Master of Science in Civil Engineering / Master of Regional Planning (MS/MRP) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst is a 66-credit, 2-year, in-person Ms/mrp program based in Amherst, US. Tuition is $75,582 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Dual master's program combining regional planning and civil engineering with a focus on transportation. Covers all aspects of the built environment, including physical, environmental, social, cultural, economic, and political facets of planning at various scales.

    Focus: both

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Feb 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT 80 (for MS Civil Engineering per secondary source)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS 6.5 (for MS Civil Engineering per secondary source)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $31,865.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Dual Degree: Master of Science in Civil Engineering / Master of Regional Planning (MS/MRP) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Dual Degree: Master of Science in Civil Engineering / Master of Regional Planning (MS/MRP) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst is $75,582 across 66 required credits.
    Is Dual Degree: Master of Science in Civil Engineering / Master of Regional Planning (MS/MRP) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst online or in-person?
    Dual Degree: Master of Science in Civil Engineering / Master of Regional Planning (MS/MRP) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst is offered in-person.
    How long does Dual Degree: Master of Science in Civil Engineering / Master of Regional Planning (MS/MRP) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst take to complete?
    Dual Degree: Master of Science in Civil Engineering / Master of Regional Planning (MS/MRP) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst is structured around 2 years and 66 credits.
    Is Dual Degree: Master of Science in Civil Engineering / Master of Regional Planning (MS/MRP) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Dual Degree: Master of Science in Civil Engineering / Master of Regional Planning (MS/MRP) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How large is the Dual Degree: Master of Science in Civil Engineering / Master of Regional Planning (MS/MRP) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst cohort?
    Dual Degree: Master of Science in Civil Engineering / Master of Regional Planning (MS/MRP) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst typically enrolls around 15 students per cohort.