Environmental Policy and Planning

The MS in Environmental Policy and Planning, offered through the Department of Urban and Environmental Policy and Planning (UEP) at Tufts, prepares you to be part of a new generation of leaders– ‘practical visionaries’ – who will contribute to the development and promotion of inclusive, sustainable and just communities.  A nationally accredited urban planning program, the program is distinct from many other planning and policy programs by having a strong social justice focus.  UEP is a community of practicing scholars and experienced practitioners.  Our faculty, students, and alumni are public-spirited individuals committed to engaged processes and just outcomes for cities, communities, and ecosystems.

Program Outcomes

As a student in the program, you will learn to engage and confront the social and environmental challenges in today's world of rapid urbanization and changing climate. You'll gain the understanding of environmental science and necessary skills to work towards effective policy and planning solutions through academic coursework, applied fieldwork projects, work experience, and individual research. The program's flexible curriculum allows you to work with your faculty advisor to develop a coursework track and a thesis or capstone exam that focus on your interests in sustainability and environmental issues.

Graduates of the MS in Environmental Policy and Planning (MA-EPP) program typically pursue careers in policy, planning, science, and research in the environmental sector.  Alumni work in settings such as local, state, and federal government agencies; environmental and conservation organizations; community-based organizations; private consulting and research firms; and on corporate responsibility units in private firms; among others.