Shape the Future of Communities with UC's 100% Online Master of City Planning

Advance your career in urban development with the University of Cincinnati's online Master of City Planning (MCP) program. Built for mid-career and working professionals, this flexible graduate degree empowers you to lead strategic initiatives across local government, private consulting, and non-profit sectors without pausing your career.

Flexible and Career-Focused

• 100% online pacing: Study on your schedule with full- or part-time options.
• Accelerated degree: Complete the 30-credit-hour program (10 total courses) in as little as five semesters.
• Streamlined admissions: The GRE is not required, and submitting a professional portfolio is optional.

Industry-Driven Curriculum

Taught by expert faculty from UC's renowned College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP), the curriculum targets real-world urban challenges, mirroring DAAP's ranked and accredited Master of Community Planning. Key coursework covers:

• Transportation Planning: Evaluate multi-modal transit systems, legislative processes, and long-range programming.
• Geographic Information Sciences (GIS): Master advanced spatial analysis and geographic modeling.
• Graphics and Communication for Planners: Utilize 2D and 3D graphic software packages for interactive public storytelling and design layouts.

Why UC's Online MCP?

• Support from start to finish: From your application through graduation, you are backed by a full UC support team, ensuring you stay on track while balancing life commitments.
• Affordable: *$761 per credit hour for part-time, out-of-state students ($741 per credit for Ohio residents).
  • *Tuition rates subject to change

Ready to make a more significant impact on land use, infrastructure, and environmental policy?

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