The Master of Regional & Community Planning degree is accredited by the Planning Accreditation Board (PAB).

The Planning Accreditation Board (PAB) accredits university programs in North America leading to bachelor’s and master’s degrees in planning. PAB standards are developed with input from the public and our sponsoring organizations: the American Planning Association (APA); APA’s American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP); and the Association of Collegiate Schools of Planning (ACSP).

The next PAB Site Visit will take place during the 2021-2022 academic year.

Kansas State University's accredited Master of Regional and Community Planning degree qualifies graduates to take the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Examination after completing 2 years of professional planning experience. The AICP writes, administers, and grades the exam. AICP certification is administered at a national level.

The AICP Candidate Pilot Program provides students of PAB accredited programs with a path to obtain their certification early. Details are available on the AICP Candidate Pilot Program webpage.

The Master of Regional & Community Planning degree is STEM CIP 30.3301 Sustainable Studies.

Offered by the College of Business Administration, the business minor is for students who will use business concepts and principles to improve their services and products.

Offered by the Stanley School of Leadership Studies, the Leadership Studies Minor will give your the confidence to exercise leadership in your career, community, and life.