Urban and Regional Studies
Careers in Urban and Regional Studies
This program prepares students for a variety of career opportunities in community development, urban/regional planning, local government, and local government management.- Budget/Financial Analyst
- City Comptroller
- City Manager
- City Treasurer
- Community Development
- Comprehensive Planning
Potential Salary
Median Salary $81,800
Urban and Regional Studies Degrees at MSU
Urban and Regional Studies, Bachelor of Science
The Urban and Regional Studies program examines the broad range of problems and challenges associated with the nation's urban and regional areas. Students are encouraged to undertake independent study, community service projects, and participate in field studies.
Urban and Regional Studies, Minor
The Urban and Regional Studies minor provides a focused study on a range of problems and challenges associated with the nation's urban and regional areas.
Urban Planning, Master of Arts
The Masters of Arts in Urban Planning is a professional program oriented towards the systematic, comprehensive approach to analyzing the social, economic, and physical change of neighborhoods, small towns, cities, suburbs, metropolitan areas, and regions.
Urban and Regional Studies, Bachelor of Science
The Urban and Regional Studies program examines the broad range of problems and challenges associated with the nation's urban and regional areas. Students are encouraged to undertake independent study, community service projects, and participate in field studies.
Urban and Regional Studies, Minor
The Urban and Regional Studies minor provides a focused study on a range of problems and challenges associated with the nation's urban and regional areas.
Urban Planning, Master of Arts
The Masters of Arts in Urban Planning is a professional program oriented towards the systematic, comprehensive approach to analyzing the social, economic, and physical change of neighborhoods, small towns, cities, suburbs, metropolitan areas, and regions.
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URSI Leadership Fund
The URSI Leadership Fund supports students who demonstrate the potential to become tomorrow’s leaders in urban planning and city management by providing financial assistance for professional development opportunities such as trainings, conferences, and workshops. These experiences equip students with essential planning and management skills that are critical for success in the field. Your support directly helps students gain the knowledge and leadership experience they need to thrive.
Government Scholarships
Masters of Urban Planning (MAUP) students can apply for:
- The Robert Barret Scholarship (Up to $6,000 for the academic year)
- URSI Leadership Scholarship (Up to $5,000 for the academic year)
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