Undergraduate programs

The Toulan School of Urban Studies and Planning offers an undergraduate major in community development. Community development is a process in which people act together to promote the social, economic, political, and physical well-being of their communities. Career opportunities are available in not-for-profit organizations, private consulting firms, and state, regional, and local governments. Community development practitioners work on a range of issues including housing, community organizing, transportation, the environment and economic development. The major prepares students for postbaccalaureate employment or graduate work in a professional or academic field.

Degree Maps and Learning Outcomes

Admission requirements

Degree requirements

Community Development B.A./B.S

Community Development Minor

Real Estate Development Minor

Sustainable Urban Development Minor

Community Development Minor

Requirements

To earn a minor in community development a student must complete 27 credits.

These courses must include:

USP 300UIntroduction to Urban Studies

4

USP 301Introduction to Community Development

4

USP 302Theory and Philosophy of Community Development

4

A minimum of 15 credits of additional USP coursework must be taken. Courses taken under the undifferentiated grading option (pass/no pass) will not be accepted toward fulfilling minor requirements. Students who have already completed some of the requirements from the minor before Fall 2013 should meet with the Community Development Student Advisor to ensure a smoothe transition to the new requirements.