Penn State’s Master of City and Regional Planning (MCRP) equips students with tools to manage growth, advocate for communities, and shape resilient cities. The interdisciplinary curriculum covers land use planning, GIS, housing policy, transportation systems, environmental planning, and participatory methods. Students engage in studio projects, fieldwork, and applied research, preparing for roles in public agencies, private consulting, and nonprofit organizations.
Designing a walkability improvement plan for a small town
Mapping food insecurity in urban and rural contexts
Creating a regional resilience strategy for flood-prone zones
Evaluating zoning policies and their impact on housing equity
Modeling transportation mode choice behavior using GIS tools
Developing a participatory planning process for neighborhood revitalization
Designing green infrastructure to manage urban stormwater
Studying gentrification patterns in historic districts
Planning for transit-oriented development around new rail hubs
Creating a toolkit for public engagement in comprehensive planning
Analyzing environmental justice in brownfield redevelopment
Developing a regional land use scenario using urbanSim
Designing an age-friendly community plan for suburban areas
Creating an open-source app for civic feedback on urban projects
Assessing the affordability of housing through spatial data analysis
Design better cities and regions with a focus on equity, mobility, and resilience at Penn State.
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