Candidacy Programs

Planning Programs Granted Candidacy Status

Candidacy Status is a formally-recognized two-year term that precedes an initial granting of accreditation. This is a list of planning programs seeking accreditation which have been granted Candidacy Status.

Northeastern University

School of Public Policy and Urban Affairs
360 Huntington Ave
Boston, MA 02115

Master of Science in Urban Planning and Policy

Candidacy Status effective January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2026

Rowan University

Department of Geography, Planning, and Sustainability
Discovery Hall
201 Mullica Hill Road
Glassboro, NJ 08028

Bachelor of Science in Community and Environmental Planning

Candidacy Status effective January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2026

The University of Texas at San Antonio

School of Architecture + Planning
501 West César E. Chávez Blvd
San Antonio, TX 78207

Master of Science in Urban and Regional Planning

Candidacy Status through December 31, 2024