MA in Urban Planning & Environmental Sustainability

Western Washington University (United States) · 516 High St, Bellingham, WA 98225, United States

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Western Washington University is a public university in Bellingham, Washington. The northernmost university in the contiguous United States, WWU was founded in 1893 as the state-funded New Whatcom Normal School, succeeding a private school of teaching for women founded in 1886.

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Program Details:

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Institute

College of the Environment

Degree

MA

Duration

2 years

STEM Designated

Yes

Program

Urban Planning & Environmental Sustainability

Expense

Living Expenses

USD 23300

Tuition Fee (Domestic)

USD 8200

Tuition Fee (International)

USD 27400

Eligibility

Minimum/ Avg Score

TOEFL

86

IELTS

7

Undergrad GPA

3

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Deadlines:

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Intake Deadline 1

01 Feb, 2026

(September-2026)

Document Required:

  • Credential Evaluation

    Common Document

    You must also provide a World Education Services or Educational Perspectives Certifile degree equivalency evaluation at the time of application.

  • Degree Certificate

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    A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited US college or university, or an equivalent degree from a foreign university

  • Degree Transcript

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    Submit unofficial transcripts from every higher education institution you have attended for academic credit, including transfer credits or study abroad credits but not including any higher education coursework you completed while still attending high school.

  • Financials (proof of income)

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    Provide verification of funding for one year of expenses.

  • Letter of Recommendation (LOR)

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  • Resume

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  • Statement of Purpose (SOP)

    University Specific

    Please include a one- to two-page statement of purpose addressing the following questions: -Why do you wish to pursue a graduate degree in Urban Planning and Environmental Sustainability at the College of the Environment? -Please describe your research or project interests. How do your previous academic and/or professional experiences prepare you for continued research in this area? -What coursework are you interested in taking towards your specialization? -What is your research topic idea (thesis or project) and who are your potential faculty advisors?

  • Test Score Report

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