MA in Urban Affairs in Chicago United States | Loyola University Chicago

Loyola University Chicago | Chicago United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 23,250
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months

The vitality of modern cities hinges on economic development, education policies, healthcare systems, global interconnectedness, and various other elements. Tackling urban issues and building prosperous communities requires both strategic thinking and skilled professionals.
Loyola's interdisciplinary MA in Urban Affairs program teaches students about city operations and how different forces affect urban populations. You'll analyze the roots of current urban dilemmas while developing practical problem-solving abilities. Whether your goal is influencing policy or managing nonprofit initiatives, this Urban Affairs master's degree prepares you for technical or managerial positions that enhance quality of life for city dwellers and neighborhoods.
Though course offerings in the Urban Affairs MA may change each term, Loyola's comprehensive Academic Catalog maintains the definitive record of classes, study plans, institutional policies, graduation criteria, and specialization choices.
This catalog also outlines the Urban Affairs MA program's educational objectives, demonstrating its dedication to measurable skill development and the competencies graduates will possess upon finishing their studies.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

Application requirements for the Urban Affairs MA include:
Transcripts
2.7 Minimum GPA
3 Letters of Recommendation
Resume/CV
Statement of Purpose
Applicants must submit official transcripts for all undergraduate and any graduate work. To be eligible for admission, your transcript must show an earned bachelor's degree or a bachelor's degree in progress. Certified copies of transcripts are acceptable, faxed copies of transcripts are not considered official. If you attended Loyola University Chicago previously, you do not need to request transcripts, we have them on record. Copies of transcripts or transcripts not received in a sealed envelope from the university are considered unofficial. If you attended Loyola University Chicago previously, you do not need to request transcripts. We strongly encourage electronic submission of documents.
For the TOEFL, a minimum score of 79 on the iBT
For the IELTS, a minimum score of 6.0 is required.

Tuition USD 23,250

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