The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a leader among planning schools with world-class faculty and high-impact research. Located in the booming Research Triangle, Carolina Planning is an epicenter of collaboration and innovation in the economic, housing, community development, transportation, land use and environmental planning that shapes our cities and regions of the world.
MASTER’S PROGRAM
A two-year professional program that teaches the theory, skills, and decision-making techniques needed for positions of leadership in the planning profession.
PHD PROGRAM
An advanced academic degree that prepares students for a career in teaching and applied research at universities, governments, and other organizations.
UNDERGRADUATE MINOR
A minor in Urban Studies and Planning that allows undergraduates to explore urban and regional issues through a planning framework.
5th among Graduate Planning Programs
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Committed to…
Engaged Social Science
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Diversity & Inclusion
“We’re Everywhere!”: The Social, Political and Economic Life of LGBTQ+ Communities.
Be transparent about the flow of information AND don’t ignore power and history.
“In the Shadows of Ferguson” personifies the socio-historical-political processes that institutionalized racism and inequality.
Training next generation planners
Siri’s research focuses on ensuring better land use planning & management of coastal cities through nature-based climatic solutions.
Our student ITE Chapter welcomes anyone who works to improve livable communities.
On-the-job training for postgraduate students in coastal resource management and policy.