Master of Urban Planning and Policy
at The University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago

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Master of Urban Planning and Policy
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UIC
Overview

A well-designed Master of Urban Planning and Policy is provided by the The University of Illinois at Chicago for a duration of 18 to 24 months. Scores for IELTS are some of the tests accepted by The University of Illinois at Chicago which is a part of the student eligibility criteria. The first year tuition fee for the Master of Urban Planning and Policy is USD 29,738.

Duration	1.5 - 2 years Get Curriculum
Tuition & Fees	₹28.67 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree

Master of Urban Planning and Policy

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Fees
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Entry Requirements
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Master of Urban Planning and Policy
at
UIC
Fees

International students are required to pay The University of Illinois at Chicago Master of Urban Planning and Policy tuition fees as per the fee structure. The average first-year tuition fee for the course is USD 29,738. The students are also required to manage living expenses while attending The University of Illinois at Chicago.

The cost may vary based on the individual charges and type of living. The cost of attending the Master of Urban Planning and Policy at The University of Illinois at Chicago is given below:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 28,66,511

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 12,75,849
Total approximate fees	INR 12,75,849

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 88.73 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 7ᵗʰ October 2025

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Master of Urban Planning and Policy
at
UIC
Curriculum

An idea about the curriculum of The University of Illinois at Chicago Master of Urban Planning and Policy can be taken from the downloadable PDF Version given below. Students can download the curriculum PDF by simply clicking on the green button below. This curriculum PDF comprises information like electives available, subjects taught, program credits, and other necessary information about the course. Additionally, this PDF contains the semester-wise course structure breakup.

Master of Urban Planning and Policy
at
UIC
Entry Requirements

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CGPA - 3/4
Applicants must hold a Bachelors degree with at least 3.00/4.00 for the final 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) of undergraduate study

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4-6 year bachelor

master following completion of 3 year bachelor

completion of a bachelor followed by certain postgraduate diplomas

Postgrad diplomas are all evaluated individually
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TOEFL

Marks - 80/120
with subscores of Reading 19, Listening 17, Speaking 20, and Writing 21

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PTE

Marks - 54/90
with subscores of Reading 51, Listening 47, Speaking 53, and Writing 56.

IELTS

Marks - 6.5/9
With minimum 6 in each band

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Master of Urban Planning and Policy
at
UIC
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#53	Computer Engineering PG US News & World Report, 2025
#58	Pharmacy and Pharmacology QS, 2025
#126	PG Computer Science THE (Times Higher Education), 2025

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Master of Urban Planning and Policy
at
UIC
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2025)
Internship Available	Yes

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The University of Illinois at Chicago
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.9/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

18% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Academically oriented

Sporty

Internships2.9

Part time work3.4

Post study jobs4.1

Quality of faculty4.4

Student Life4.4

Value for money3.6

Public transportation4.9

Safety3.7

Indian Food4

Permanent Immigration3.1

Anonymous

MA in Political Science - Batch of 2027

Offered by The University of Illinois at Chicago

3.9

Student life in Chicago.

Tips: There was a slight cultural shock in terms of body language, pace of life and even how classes are conducted here. There is a lot more student autonomy here than I am used to, but the class registration and academic advising are a bit chaotic and rent is expensive as well. You'll have better luck networking outside of campus as compared to the student centres for placements. Good country to live in and work in.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2400

Prepping time for classes34 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 103725

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025Read more

Anonymous

MA in Communication - Batch of 2025

Offered by The University of Illinois at Chicago

3.7

My university life in Chicago is decent.

Tips: The student experience here is very subjective and tends to vary based on involvement and perspective. You are expected to have an independent mind and tackle coursework problems your own way, especially if you're in a creative major. The best part about the university is its location in downtown Chicago which helps a lot with connectivity and giving a city feel. Be wary of theft and pickpockets.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1600

Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 101400

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025Read more

Anonymous

BS in Computer Science - Batch of 2025

Offered by The University of Illinois at Chicago

3.9

Awesome place and great opportunity.

Tips: It's good about being in middle of the city. You should be outgoing to network and meet more and more people. And beware of the weather. It changes quite quickly and goes really coud. Easy to score a great Goa but be up to date with assignments and stuff.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2000

Prepping time for classes12 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 90000

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025Read more

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BS in Computer Engineering - Batch of 2021

Offered by The University of Illinois at Chicago

4.4

It’s a fun filled and academically driven college.

Tips: The students should know that there are a lot of facilities available on campus for students to access. Ranging from academic to non-academic and extracurricular, so to be involved in any of them the students should know that they can reach out to the faculty as well.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 3457

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 75957

Reviewed on 4 Apr 2023Read more

Rohan Rajesh Wangikar Verified Icon

MS in Mechanical Engineering - Batch of 2024

Offered by The University of Illinois at Chicago

4.4

Moving here has been smooth

Tips: The transition from India to moving here has been good. I experienced no cultural shift as there are many Indians here as well. The staff provides no special facilities as such for Indian students but there are orientations. One should know where to stay and what areas to avoid in Chicago. What courses to go for is an important decision. Also, an internship requires extra fees. College students should know about the UIC global situation. No prior courses are required to settle into this course.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 873

Prepping time for classes9 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2023Read more

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Master of Urban Planning and Policy
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UIC
Highlights

Master of Urban Planning and Policy is offered by College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs under The University of Illinois at Chicago, USA.
This a Masters level program of a course duration of 1.5-2 Years.
Download the brochure to read more details of this course.

Master of Urban Planning and Policy
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