Regional Planning

UMass Amherst

The Master of Regional Planning Program at the University of Massachusetts (or any of its associated dual- degree and accelerated programs) is a professional program fully accredited by the Planning Accreditation Board in cooperation with the American Planning Association. This status provides MRP graduates with multiple benefits, such as reduced time to American Institute of Certified Planners eligibility, higher likely career earning potential, and improved job market competitiveness. The current accreditation runs from 2014 through 2019.
CIP Code: 04.0301

Graduate Masters On-Campus / In-Person

Possible Career Paths

Architectural and Engineering Managers | Urban and Regional Planners | Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary | Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary

UMass Amherst

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is the largest public research university in New England. With more than 28,000 students and over 200 distinct academic programs – including highly ranked programs in business, computer science, health care and the social sciences – UMass Amherst is one of the most comprehensive institutions in the Northeast.