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Urban Studies, MS

The MSUS program offers advanced training in urban studies to recent undergraduate-degree recipients, practitioners already working in the field, and returning students who wish to pursue careers in public, not-for-profit, or private service. No single discipline adequately covers the broad spectrum of knowledge that the modern urban problem solver needs. Thus, the program draws on many disciplines to broaden and extend the student’s knowledge and expertise through a combination of specially developed urban core courses, research seminars, and electives. It is an interdisciplinary program drawing on resources and faculty from a variety of disciplines, colleges, and departments. Classroom knowledge can be augmented by internships and other experiential training that add scope to the program.

Students may choose an Urban Studies or a Diversity Leadership and Change Management Track. Students may decide their track as early as the application process, but no later than taking classes beyond the MS Core. They will consult with a graduate advisor to select their track and coursework.

In the Urban Studies Track, students can select electives freely (without restrictions) or apply courses to certificate programs such as Environmental Sustainability, Local Government, Nonprofit Management, or Society 5.0 (Advanced Technology and Society). The objective of the US Track is to educate students to the major theoretical perspectives and applied research methods useful for effective problem definition and problem solving. These skills enhance organizational capacity in attempting to define, analyze, and solve urban problems.

In the Diversity Leadership and Change Management Track, a special emphasis is placed on enhancing organizational and individual performance by promoting practices that foster inclusivity and promote the wealth of opportunities, benefits and outcomes realized through diversity. Appropriate for practitioners of all stages in their careers, the program will guide students through practical experiences, self-reflection, and theoretically grounded research. The objective is to equip students to grow personally and professionally into culturally competent leaders with the tools to lead and enact change. They will be able to think systemically and identify opportunities to partner with other like-minded change agents at all levels of organizations and the community.

Intakes

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

The Office of Student Employment is dedicated to supporting student success through meaningful work experiences that enhance learning, build professional skills, and foster career readiness. We serve as the central resource for all on-campus and approved off-campus employment opportunities for enrolled students.

Our office connects students with part-time "At-Will" employment opportunities that promote personal and professional development, while also supporting the operational needs of the university. We work closely with campus departments, community partners, and federal work-study programs to ensure that students gain valuable experience in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Whether you're looking for your first campus job, exploring work-study eligibility, or navigating hiring and payroll processes, our team is here to guide you every step of the way. From job search resources and resume support to supervisor training and employment compliance, we are committed to making student employment a rewarding and enriching part of your college experience.

Some Benefits of a Career with Cleveland State University!

A beautiful urban campus setting in the heart of downtown Cleveland Ohio
Daily living our values to collaborate with community, serve students and unleash creativity
Comprehensive healthcare benefits
Comprehensive paid time off benefits
Tuition benefits for employees and dependents
Additional professional development opportunities
14% employer contribution to public pension plans (OPERS/STRS)
Focus on work-life-balance and wellbeing

PSW Opportunity

Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.

Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).

STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.

Contact our PSA counselor for more information

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Individuals with a baccalaureate degree from a college or university with full academic accreditation and who present satisfactory evidence of the ability to pursue graduate study can be considered for admission. A baccalaureate degree earned outside the United States must be equivalent to a four-year United States degree.

Applicants may be considered for regular degree admission if they meet one or more of the following conditions:

The applicant has a grade-point average for the bachelor's degree of at least 2.75 (A = 4.0), with a higher average in the major field.
Some graduate programs require a higher GPA.
Consult individual program admission requirements in the Graduate Catalog.
The applicant scores at the 50th percentile or above on average across the areas of a standardized admission examination.
The applicant has completed twelve or more graduate credit hours at Cleveland State University as a non-degree graduate student and has a grade-point average of 3.0 or above.
Please note that some programs require higher grade-point averages for admission (see program descriptions in the Graduate Catalog).
The applicant has earned a graduate degree from an accredited institution.
The institution from which the student received the bachelor's degree determines a student's undergraduate grade-point average.

For those with post-baccalaureate studies, both undergraduate and graduate grade-point averages are considered in determining eligibility for admission.

TOEFL iBT (Internet-Based): 78 and at least 17 in each section
TOEFL PBT (Paper-Based): 550
IELTS: 6.0 and at least 5.0 in each section
Duolingo English Test: 105
PTE (Pearsons Test of English): 50
iTEP: 3.8

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Cleveland State University

Cleveland , Ohio ,United States