Advocate, Connect, Transform
Our graduates are social entrepreneurs, urban thinkers and agents of change. The Master of Science in Urban Studies (MSUS) is the degree for individuals desiring to make a difference in urban areas.
What is the Master of Science in Urban Studies (MSUS)?
UNO's Urban Studies Program is a professional degree that trains leaders to critically analyze urban problems and to engage residents in the creation of innovative solutions to conditions in the human community, built environment and natural systems.
The mission of the MSUS Program is to lead and engage communities to improve the quality of life in urban environments. Specialized skills and knowledge you will gain in this program include:
- Research/ Data Analysis
- Community Organizing
- Project Management
- Policy Analysis
- Operation of Geographic Information Systems
Curriculum
The MSUS Program offers the perfect work and school balance with courses available online and in-person.
| Course | Credits |
| Core Courses | 12 |
| Tools Courses | 10 |
| Track Courses (Select 1 Track) | 9 |
| Electives Courses | 6 |
| Total | 37 |
Students select a total of five elective courses with the approval of the UBNS chair and based on interest in one of the three tracks:
- Human Community
- Built Environment
- Natural Systems
Courses are subject to change based on availability.
It takes approximately two academic years to complete the program.
View the full program curriculum in the Academic Catalog.
Need More Information?
Contact the MSUS Chair, Dr. Barbara Hewins-Maroney at bhewinsm@unomaha.edu.
Fast-Track Program
The Master of Science in Urban Studies (MSUS) program has developed a Fast-Track program for highly qualified and motivated students providing the opportunity to complete a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in an accelerated time frame. With Fast-Track, students may count up to 9 graduate hours toward the completion of their undergraduate program as well as the graduate degree program.
Qualifications
- This program is available for undergraduate students with a major in Emergency Management or Black Studies, desiring to pursue a Master of Science in Urban Studies (MSUS).
- Students should have senior status and must be within at least 30 undergraduate credits yet to complete their undergraduate degree. Exceptional students who do not meet this requirement may be considered.
- Students must have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.5.
View the program specifics in the Academic Catalog.