About the course

The Master of City Planning (MCP) at Boston University’s Metropolitan College (MET) will prepare you for a wide variety of professional roles in urban planning and management.

　　The city planner, now more than ever, has the opportunity to address some unique challenges. Apart from the technical, socio-political, and economic considerations that go into making an equitable, resilient and sustainable city, public health considerations related to climate change—from drought to flooding—and recurring global pandemics such as COVID-19 have further widespread implications. Planning for what comes next requires expertise in complex issues and policy areas that include environmental sustainability, land use, housing and community development, infrastructure planning, public finance, transportation planning, and energy, climate, and urban design. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 12 Month(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Boston
Summer (May), 2024	Boston
Fall (September), 2024	Boston
Spring (January), 2025	Boston
Summer (May), 2025	Boston
Fall (September), 2025	Boston
Spring (January), 2026	Boston
Summer (May), 2026	Boston

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Boston University

TOEFL iBT:- 100 (Minimum score 25 in each section)

　　A completed Application for Graduate Admission

　　Three letters of recommendation. It is required that one be an academic reference if you graduated or engaged in post-graduate education in the past three years

　　You must supply the name and email address of your recommenders in order to submit your application. Recommendations must be received before your application can be reviewed.

　　A personal statement (short essay discussing your motivation for study)

　　A current résumé

　　Transcript(s) from each college and graduate school attended. Unofficial transcripts can be uploaded to your application. Official transcripts will be required upon matriculation.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Boston University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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World ranking

　　78th / 1250

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