Overview

The Urban and Regional Studies BA program of University of Michigan - Dearborn goal is to provide you with the knowledge, techniques, and critical analytical skills that will enable you to effectively participate in improving your city and region.

Our program is interdisciplinary, drawing from traditional academic disciplines like anthropology, economics, English, geography, history and sociology to give you a well-rounded understanding of urbanization.

Where an Urban and Regional Studies Degree Will Take You:

A bachelor’s degree in urban and regional studies is excellent preparation for a wide variety of careers in areas such as urban planning, economic development, neighborhood and community development, public policy, environmental policy and planning, historic preservation, housing advocacy, social services, public administration, real estate, education, nonprofit management, health care, and others. It also provides a solid foundation for pursuing graduate studies in numerous fields.

If you live in the Detroit metropolitan area, you know that like all such regions it faces challenges with:

Economic development
Urban poverty and income inequality
Preserving and promoting culture, architecture and art
Land use conflicts
Providing adequate and sustainable transportation and housing
Protecting the environment
Ensuring public safety while protecting civil rights

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Urban and Regional Studies

Regional Economics

Urban Politics

Urban Economics
American State Goverment

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-15 00:00:00
Starting 2026-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-15 00:00:00 , International

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National and International September: April 1 (recommended)

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dearborn, United States

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Urban Planning View 200 other Bachelors in Urban Planning in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

Cumulative high school grade point averages of 3.0 or above are guaranteed admission
Applicants with cumulative grade point averages below a 3.0 will be considered based on the quality of academic preparation: Number and types of college preparatory courses
Positive trend of grades
Submission of SAT or ACT scores are optional
Upon review of a submitted application, letters of recommendation or essays may be requested
Non-Native Speakers may have additional requirements

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Tuition Fee

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International

16248 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16248 USD per year during 48 months.
National

16248 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16248 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

7620 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7620 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Dearborn

1000 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Where an Urban and Regional Studies Degree Will Take You:

If you live in the Detroit metropolitan area, you know that like all such regions it faces challenges with:

Get more details

Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

Student insurance

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Tuition Fee

International

National

In-State

Living costs for Dearborn

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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