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Master of Community Planning

Community planning considers the past and present conditions of a community to provide a framework for the future growth of our towns and cities. Planners are concerned with critical issues surrounding the use of land, protection of the environment, public space design, infrastructure, historic preservation and more.

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Create Solutions Out of Challenges

Active engagement with underserved communities throughout the state and region is the hallmark of our program. Through our Alabama City Year project, you’ll help diverse and complex communities create and implement plans that improve their quality of life, natural and built environment, and economic vitality.

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Our application process is easy and there are no GRE requirements. We are currently accepting applications for both spring and fall 2022 enrollment. The priority application deadline is October 1 for spring and March 1 for fall. Those who wish to be considered for graduate assistantships must apply by the priority deadline.

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MCP students in Goodwater, AL

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How to Apply

Complete the online application, including a letter of intent; send two official transcripts from all former colleges and universities; and request three letters of recommendation.

Requirements

We are a nationally accredited professional, non-thesis degree program requiring 45 credit hours:

  • 30 Credit Hours of Core Courses
  • 15 Credit Hours of Electives
  • Comprehensive Exam (after completion of 24 credit hours)

Application Deadline

We accept students for spring and fall admission. Priority deadlines for those who want to be considered for financial aid in the form of a graduate assistantship:

  • Spring 2022 admission – October 1, 2021
  • Fall 2022 admission – March 1, 2022

Need Help?

For guidance regarding curriculum choices, admissions policies and deadlines, please contact the MCP program director Dr. Sweta Byahut at planning@auburn.edu or (334) 844-8436 or submit a request for information about our program.

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