Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science in Urban Studies and Planning (BSUSP)
Understand and rebuild cities for a better society.
For the first time in history, half of the world’s population lives in cities. With a Bachelor’s of Science in Urban Studies and Planning from USC Price, you’ll gain the tools to effect real and lasting change in these rapidly transforming and expanding urban environments. Through rigorous coursework with expert faculty and hands-on learning experiences, you’ll develop keen insights into complex issues, such as increasing affordable housing or building sustainable cities, to create thoughtful solutions. You’ll do so in the heart of Los Angeles, one of largest, most vibrant cities in the country.
Why choose Price?
USC Price’s Bachelor’s of Science in Urban Studies and Planning balances academic rigor with practical experience, preparing you to take on any number of career paths.
Expert Faculty
Your professors are actively engaged in urban planning issues that transcend national boundaries and bring together public, private, and nonprofit leaders.
Progressive Degrees
USC Price School honor students can earn a master’s degree while completing their urban studies undergraduate degree within five years.
Research Opportunities
Students gain access to exceptional national and international research opportunities while having the opportunity to collaborate with real-world organizations.
Exploration
USC Price School minors are available to urban studies majors in several areas of study including real estate, sustainable planning, and construction planning.
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BSUSP 2023 Employment Data
100%of BSUSP students secured employment or are pursing a graduate degree within 1 year of graduation.
77% knowledge rate
Sector Breakdown
- 10%Nonprofit Sector
- 40%Public Sector
- 40%Private Sector
- 10%Graduate School
Financial Aid
Explore scholarships that provide partial tuition support to students enrolled in the Price School’s academic degree programs or are USC-affiliated scholarships that are campus-wide.
Combine Analytics and Real-World Practice
At USC Price your courses will include a balance of analytical techniques for urban sustainability, methods for stakeholder engagement and practical programming skills. Through it all, you’ll have opportunities to develop and practice your writing, public speaking and communication skills so that you feel empowered to communicate effectively with diverse communities.
Be Fully Prepared to:
- Effectively develop sustainable communities
- Understand the role of the built environment
- Utilize geographic data in city problem solving
- Increase opportunities for affordable housing
- Design healthy neighborhoods and communities
- Promote environmental sustainability
- Foster social justice and equity
- Create thoughtful and effective city planning
- Work with government, business and community groups to develop solutions to local, regional, national and international problems
Explore Minors and Progressive Degrees
Add a minor to further specialize your skillset, or get your master’s degree in just five years with our progressive degrees.
Undergraduate Minors
Students enrolled in a USC undergraduate degree program may pursue a minor in the Price School of Public Policy. Our interdisciplinary minors can counterbalance or complement a main area of study.
Progressive Degrees
For a select number of exceptional students in the PPD major and USC undergraduate community, USC offers the opportunity to complete a graduate master’s degree while finishing their undergraduate degree. For most programs, students emerge with both degrees in five years, ready to excel in the professional workplace.
Contact Us
For admissions information, please email [email protected].
Department Chair, David Sloane
Chair, Department of Urban Planning and Spatial Analysis
Vice Chair, Liz Falletta
Vice Chair, Department of Urban Planning and Spatial Analysis
Josephine Le
Program Administrator,
BS in Public Policy, BS in Urban Studies and Planning
RGL 102C
213-740-2172
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Ashley Henne,
Associate Director of Admissions
(213) 740-1036
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