M.S. in Urban and Regional Planning
Program Overview
The Rowan Experience
Our program is your gateway to an exciting future!
Rowan University’s Master of Science (M.S.) in Urban and Regional Planning provides students a pathway into a growing profession that directly impacts the development of communities. Planners are problem solvers who utilize a variety of skill sets to help communities—from the smallest towns and neighborhoods to the largest cities and regions.
Our curriculum is aligned with national planning education standards, providing core skills in:
- Environmental and Sustainability Planning
- Research and Communication Methods
- Law & Justice
- Food Systems Planning
- Digital mapping and spatial analysis (GIS)
- Environmental Studies
Students may also curate their own specialization reflecting professional interests utilizing graduate courses from across the University.
Rowan University is Ideally located, offering the best of rural, suburban, and urban environments.
Our campus is equidistant from rural New Jersey and the urban centers of Philadelphia and Camden, locations that provide exciting experiential learning opportunities to better understand the many complex issues facing American communities.
Our faculty prioritize applied, experiential learning.
Combining theory, case studies, and applied skill building enables our students to ask the right questions, analyze problems and contribute the solutions that are needed in countless communities in New Jersey and across the country.
Curriculum
The M.S. in Urban and Regional Planning is a full-time or part-time program offered in a face-to-face format on our Glassboro, NJ campus. It requires the completion of 46 graduate semester hours (14 courses), which are possible to complete in three to four consecutive semesters.
- 14 Courses / 46 Semester Hours
- Foundation Courses: No
- Graduation / Exit / Thesis Requirements: Yes
| Course Number | Title | S.H. (Credits) |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses: 31 S.H. | ||
| PLAN 31580 | Introduction to Planning: Past, Present, and Future | 3 |
| PLAN 31686 | Community Planning and Site Design | 3 |
| PLAN 31590 | Research Methods in Planning | 3 |
| PLAN 31589 | Environmental and Sustainability Planning | 3 |
| PLAN 31685 | Planning, Practice, Law, and Ethics | 3 |
| GEOG 31660 | Fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems | 4 |
| PLAN 31593 | Planning Communication | 3 |
| GEOG 16661 | Geovisualization | 3 |
| PLAN 31895 | Planning Studio | 6 |
| Elective Courses: 15 S.H. | ||
| ENST 94503 | Perspectives on Environmental Regulation, Policy, and Law | 3 |
| ENST 94502 | Sustainability Assessment | 3 |
| ENST 94504 | Topics in Sustainability Innovation and Problem Solving | 3 |
| ENST 94501 | Sustainable Commerce | 3 |
| GEOG 16550 | Selected Topics in Geography, Planning, and Sustainability | 1-3 |
| PLAN 31540 | Advanced Historic Preservation | 3 |
| PLAN 31587 | Graduate Seminar in Food Systems Planning | 3 |
| GEOG 16560 | Introduction to Mapping and GIS | 3 |
| GEOG 16565 | Geographic Information Systems Topics and Applications | 3 |
| GEOG 16575 | Remote Sensing of Environment | 3 |
| GEOG 16591 | Independent Study | 3 |
| CEE 08513 | Environmental Management | 3 |
| SOC 08599 | Urban Environmental Health | 3 |
| SOC 08600 | Social Experience of City Life and Urban Inequalities | 3 |
| SE 01503 | Environmental Policy | 3 |
| SE 01504 | Environmental Management | 3 |
| SOC 08575 | Social Determinants of Health: Theory and Intervention in Urban Settings | 3 |
| SOC 08578 | Critical Race Theory: Application and Intervention | 3 |
Note: The courses listed above are not official and are subject to change. For an official list of available courses please visit the Rowan Global section tally.
Admission Requirements
The following is a list of items required to begin the application process for the program. There may be additional actions or materials required for admission to the program. Upon receipt of the materials below, a representative from the Rowan Global Admissions Processing Office will contact you with confirmation or will indicate any missing items.
- Completed Application Form
- $65 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee
- Bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
- Current professional resume
- Typewritten statement of professional objectives
- Two letters of recommendation
- Minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
An exciting time to
→ Specialized study for in-demand skills
→ Opportunities to curate personalized curricula
→ Commitment to an environmental focus
→ Client-based studio courses
Study Urban & Regional Planning at Rowan
The 21st century will continue to bring new social, economic and environmental challenges to which communities will need to respond. The next generation of planners will play a critical role in response to these changes and Rowan’s program trains professionals to create resilient, place-based solutions.
Program Highlights:
→ Challenging curriculum and dedicated faculty→ Specialized study for in-demand skills
→ Opportunities to curate personalized curricula
→ Commitment to an environmental focus
→ Client-based studio courses
Build a more sustainable future
Become an urban planner
True planning comes from the community and in order to do better, fresh voices are needed to bring youthful vibrancy to this vital and growing field.
Admissions Information
Deadlines, Tuition & Financial Aid
The chart below details available entry terms for the M.S. in Urban and Regional Planning program as well as corresponding application deadlines. Submitting the Application Form is only the first step to beginning the admission process. All of the required materials listed above must be received on or before the application completion deadline for your desired entry term to be considered for admission to that term. We encourage you to complete the application form and begin submitting your materials at least one month before the deadline indicated.
| Entry Term | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall | July 1 |
| Spring | November 1 |
| Summer | April 1 |
Please connect with our admissions team today to determine if the application deadlines below have been extended. There may still be time!
Apply NowAt Rowan University, we pride ourselves on being vigilant and frugal about tuition. We work hard to provide quality education while seeking to reduce the barrier that college costs can present students.
RatesWe know paying for tuition can be a challenge. That is why Rowan provides students with the financial resources needed to put their education first by offering grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.
More InfoThe chart below details available entry terms for the M.S. in Urban and Regional Planning program as well as corresponding application deadlines. Submitting the Application Form is only the first step to beginning the admission process. All of the required materials listed above must be received on or before the application completion deadline for your desired entry term to be considered for admission to that term. We encourage you to complete the application form and begin submitting your materials at least one month before the deadline indicated.
| Entry Term | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall | July 1 |
| Spring | November 1 |
| Summer | April 1 |
Please connect with our admissions team today to determine if the application deadlines below have been extended. There may still be time!
Apply NowAt Rowan University, we pride ourselves on being vigilant and frugal about tuition. We work hard to provide quality education while seeking to reduce the barrier that college costs can present students.
RatesWe know paying for tuition can be a challenge. That is why Rowan provides students with the financial resources needed to put their education first by offering grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.
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