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Bachelor of Urban Studies

University of Illinois Chicago

Chicago, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

A certificate on urban planning and policy theory for students outside the master's in urban planning.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop subject knowledge in Urban Studies and apply discipline-appropriate methods
Assess relevant evidence
And communicate informed conclusions.

Career outcomes

Urban Studies Research Assistant
Program Coordinator
Project Assistant
Research and Policy Associate

Curriculum

Students take the 21st-century city course
A 4-semester-hour focus area selective such as cities
Sustainability and climate change
And further electives
For 12 semester hours.

Entry requirements

Academic

Secondary school credentials with certified English translation
SAT/ACT optional
English proof (IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 80
PTE 54 or Duolingo 120) unless exempt.

Accepted academic background

Secondary school credentials by country (country tool on the international requirements page), Official transcripts with certified English translation, SAT/ACT optional

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 80
PTE Academic 54
Duolingo 120

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts

How to apply

Check first-year or transfer requirements and deadlines. Fall 2027 early action is 2 November 2026 and regular decision 1 February 2027. Apply on the Common Application and pay the 170 USD fee (70 USD plus 100 USD international evaluation fee). Upload official transcripts with certified English translations and English test scores or an exemption. SAT/ACT are optional. After admission
Receive the I-20 and apply for the F-1 student visa with proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$35,596 USD
Application fee	$170 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Chicago
Faculty or school	College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs
Department	Urban Planning and Policy
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Students may be considered for available scholarships or funding if they meet the relevant award criteria; availability and eligibility should be confirmed with the institution.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Feb 2027
80 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.