The mission of the USC Price Master of Urban Planning (MUP) program is to educate students to become leaders in planning issues and the comprehensive urban development processes of the 21st century. We achieve that mission through a master of planning education that links theory and practice, emphasizing analytical and communication skills, critical thinking, creative design, community engagement, collaborative decision-making, and democratic governance in a globalizing world.
The Planning Accreditation Board requires specific learning elements, which fall into three general areas:
Our Master of Urban Planning curriculum is fully compliant with and fully accredited by the Planning Accreditation Board.