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    Master of Urban Planning

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    Seattle, USMUPIn-person2 years
    $67,101.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    54%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    45
    Cohort
    students
    72
    Credits
    $85.00
    App fee

    Master of Urban Planning at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is a 72-credit, 2-year, in-person MUP program based in Seattle, US. Tuition is $67,101.

    About the program

    The program covers planning history and theory, methods, technical skills and knowledge, and studio courses applying skills to real-world planning issues in communities. Students specialize in one of five areas or pursue concurrent degrees.

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    Deadlines

    Winter 2027
    Oct 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL - 92 on the TOEFL iBT or TOEFL MyBest exam (for exams prior to January 21, 2026; scores will remain valid for two years) - 4.5 overall score (for TOEFL exams taken on or after January 21, 2026) - Please note: the MUP program does not accept TOEFL ITP Plus For China.
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.0 on the Academic IELTS exam

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $27,588.00
    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 Urban Planning at University of Washington-Seattle Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Urban Planning at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is $67,101 across 72 required credits.
    Is Master of Urban Planning at University of Washington-Seattle Campus online or in-person?
    Master of Urban Planning at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Urban Planning at University of Washington-Seattle Campus take to complete?
    Master of Urban Planning at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is structured around 2 years and 72 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Urban Planning at University of Washington-Seattle Campus?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 grade-point-average (on a 4 point scale)
    How competitive is Master of Urban Planning at University of Washington-Seattle Campus?
    Master of Urban Planning at University of Washington-Seattle Campus reports an acceptance rate of approximately 54%.