BS in Community and Regional Planning
at Western Michigan, Kalamazoo

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BS in Community and Regional Planning
at
Western Michigan
Overview

The BS in Community and Regional Planning offered at Western Michigan University is a UG level program, known for being one of the top-ranked courses both at the university and nationwide. Students interested in applying, can complete the program within 4 years.

International students applying to Western Michigan University for the BS in Community and Regional Planning must submit the required documents as per the department’s guidelines. This includes proof of qualifications along with test scores from exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo and SAT. Since seats for the program are limited, it's advisable to apply well before the deadlines.

The tuition fee for first-year international students pursuing this course at Western Michigan University is USD 19,098,. Along with tuition, students should also plan for essential living costs, including accommodation, hostel fees, food, books, supplies, and utilities. On average, the cost of living at Western Michigan University is around USD 11,713.

Duration	4 years
Tuition & Fees	₹16.95 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	UG Degree

BS in Community and Regional Planning

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BS in Community and Regional Planning
at
Western Michigan
Fees

The fee structure of the BS in Community and Regional Planning at Western Michigan University forms an important part of any decision-making process. The tuition fees in the first year will be USD 19,098 and are compulsory for all students. However, this is only a part of the wider picture.

Apart from tuition cost students also need to consider living expenses, including accommodation, food, utilities. The Western Michigan University cost of living is USD 11,713. One must take into consideration the fact that individual spending habits and any fees charged at Western Michigan University might also affect the overall cost.

The table below comprises a concise summary of the structural divisions pertaining to the fee allocation for BS in Community and Regional Planning course in Western Michigan University.

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 16,94,566

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 10,39,295
Books and supplies	INR 1,00,087

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 88.73 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 11ᵗʰ February 2025

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BS in Community and Regional Planning
at
Western Michigan
Entry Requirements

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No specific cutoff mentioned
Applicants must have passed grade 12.

English, math (through second year algebra or pre-calculus), natural sciences (two or more with a lab component), foreign language are required subjects in grade 12.

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Evidence-based Reading and Writing Subscore (EBRW): 500

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Marks - 48/90
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Marks - 6/9
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BS in Community and Regional Planning
at
Western Michigan
Rankings

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#293	National University US News & World Report, 2026
#1201	World University QS, 2026
#1201	University THE (Times Higher Education), 2025

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Western Michigan University
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.6/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

100% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Fun loving

Sporty

Internships3.3

Part time work3.7

Post study jobs3.3

Quality of faculty4

Student Life3.3

Value for money3.7

Public transportation5

Safety3.7

Indian Food2.3

Permanent Immigration3.3

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Master of Science in Industrial Engineering - Batch of 2024

Offered by Western Michigan University

3.5

Western michigan university is academically oriented and has quite a tough course schedule.

Tips: I didn’t get any scholarship but you will avail other benefits here. Transportation is free for WMU students. Faculty is good but can be better. The temperature here is very cold so be ready for that especially if you are from north or central India. Here are some Indian restaurants that I tried but I didn’t like them since the food is not spicy enough for an Indian maybe that’s more to cater for American taste buds. Before coming here get in touch with someone you know like I had a friend from work and maybe you can bond and start living together. Campus is not too big but it’s good you don’t need any rides inside. Overall it is average here.

Likes (Public transportation): Public transportation in the city is good. Also, for WMU students it's free of cost.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 498

Prepping time for classes5 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 62424

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2023Read more

anuj sharma Verified Icon

Master of Science in Engineering Management - Batch of 2023

Offered by Western Michigan University

4.5

Smooth transition from a work-life in India to student life in tier-2 university in USA

Tips: Apart from all the relevant courses and graduation plans before starting your semester, try to avoid any possible graduation delay. Also, knowing the on-campus job options including scholarship opportunities in their respective departments help you plan finances accordingly. Look for off-campus living options as they are cheaper, safer yet closer to the campus to avoid any additional expenses.

Likes (Student Life): I've never felt out of place ever since I landed in the city. It could possibly be due to, but not limited to, a lot of Indian students around me. Also, ample options as far as fun, part time, internships, and life on campus is concerned. You'll never feel left out, the community is very welcoming. The smoothest transition you could ever imagine.

Dislikes (Safety): Though I've personally never felt unsafe even at odd hours. But we do hear some news once in a while pertaining to student safety on the university blog, that raises a question about overall safety. Once in a while, you might come across news that's disturbing but it's very rare. Mostly it's in the residential areas of the town way far from the student residences. Moreover, there's a dedicated police department for the university significantly taking care of student safety.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1223

Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 75186

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2023Read more

Arbaz Mohammed Verified Icon

Master of Science in Data Science - Batch of 2021

Offered by Western Michigan University

2.7

WMU is a good pricey university with a lot of degrees to choose from.

Tips: Kalamazoo is a small town. If you're a Muslim then you'll have problem finding halal food. There are very few options for assistantship too and it's pretty hard to find them. There are a lot of off-campus housing options and they're pretty cheap. Learn to cook before you come here, you'll need it!

Likes (Public transportation): University provides free transportation anywhere across Kalamazoo (city where the university is located). They also provide good maps and timely updates on buses. There are very few buses running on Sundays, so you might need to find a way for the weekends. Cabs are rare and expensive, but the buses are good and you can manage with them.

Dislikes (Indian Food): I am an Indian Muslim and I only eat halal food. There are barely any restaurants that serve halal and probably none to very few Indian restaurants. There is a subway on campus and there is a huge building dedicated for food and it has a lot of options from Pizzas to salads, and burgers to noodles. You'll get everything on campus made fresh. This is where you can start your first job and get a social security number too.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 350

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 30 Sep 2022Read more

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BS in Community and Regional Planning
at
Western Michigan
Highlights

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BS in Community and Regional Planning
at
Western Michigan

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