Public Information – AY 2022-2023
BA Urban Planning and Sustainable Development program
Department of Urban and Environmental Planning and Policy, Western Washington University
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Student Achievement: Student-learning outcomes: Rated Good to Excellent (derived from assessment review and survey results)
- 80% Skills in legal, political, and procedural planning process
- 93% Theoretical and social justice considerations
- 95% Understanding and skills in conflict and collaboration
- 100% Skills in collaborative, uncertainty and diversity
- 95% Skills in applying planning methods and principles
- 88% Design skills
- 98% Writing and communications skills, overall satisfaction
- 95% Program’s preparation for planning careers
Comprehensive Exam: Junior / Senior Cohort
| Class | Quarter | High Score | Low Score | Average Score | # Questions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Class | Spring 2017 | 93% | 75% | 88% | 30 |
| Senior Class | Spring 2018 | 90% | 70% | 81% | 50 |
| Senior Class | Spring 2019 | 100% | 68% | 81% | 50 |
| Senior Class | Spring 2020 | 92% | 60% | 80% | 50 |
| Senior Class | Spring 2021 | 85% | 51% | 73% | 50 |
| Senior Class | Spring 2022 (pending) | ||||
| Junior Class | Fall 2017 | 88% | 48% | 70% | 50 |
| Junior Class | Spring 2018 | 84% | 50% | 66% | 50 |
| Junior Class | Fall 2018 | 80% | 56% | 69% | 50 |
| Junior Class | Fall 2020 | 98% | 29% | 72% | 50 |
| Junior Class | Fall 2021 | 80% | 50% | 66% | 50 |
| Junior Class | Fall 2022 | 82% | 52% | 70% | 50 |
Academic Year 2022-23 Tuition & Fees
In State Residents, per full-time academic year (tuition, additional required fees): $8,967
Out of State Residents, per full-time academic year (tuition, additional required fees): $ 26,874
Student Admissions – Fall admits
| Admissions | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Student applications received | 21 | 39 | 22 | 25 | 19 | 31 |
| Number of students accepted | 20 | 32 | 21 | 25 | 19 | 25 |
| Acceptance rate | 95% | 82% | 95% | 100% | 100% | 80% |
Student Retention Rate
| Student Retention Rate | Percent |
|---|---|
| Percentage of students who began studies in fall 2021 and continued into spring 2022 | 100% |
| Number Students Enrolled in Program Fall 2021 / 2022 | Fall 2021: 48 / Fall 2022: 49 |
Student Graduation Rate
| Student Graduation Rate | Percent |
|---|---|
| Percentage of students graduating within 6 years, entering undergraduate class of 2016 | 100% |
Number of Degrees Awarded
| Degrees Awarded | |
|---|---|
| Number of degrees awarded for AY 2021 - 2022 | 22 |
AICP Certification
| Certification | Percent |
|---|---|
| Percentage of BA graduates taking AICP exam within 5 years who pass, graduating class of 2016 | 25% |
Employment
| Employment | Percent |
|---|---|
| Percentage of fulltime graduates obtaining professional planning, planning-related, or other positions within 12 months of graduation, graduating class of 2021 | Est. 70% |
Social Media
WWU Urban Planners Student Club Facebook Page
WWU Urban Planners Post Graduate Student Facebook Page