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Launched in Fall 1968, the Master of City Planning (MCP) Program has produced more than 400 graduates now working across various sectors. Alumni hold positions in government planning agencies at every level, within private and public organizations focused on urban development, and in academic and research settings.
San Diego State University's City Planning graduate program holds full accreditation from the national Planning Accreditation Board and is part of the American Collegiate Schools of Planning (ACSP). This academic network comprises over 100 institutions offering graduate planning degrees throughout North America. To maintain our accredited status, our program ensures students develop professional planning skills while upholding the ethical standards of our discipline. Discover more about the Planning Accreditation Board's rigorous academic requirements for member institutions regarding educational excellence, professional integrity, and planner preparation quality.