College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs

Introduction

The College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs at UIC is globally recognized for its exceptional education, research, and engagement in urban affairs with and for the diverse communities that we serve.

From our home in Chicago–one of the world’s greatest cities–and through our shared commitment to thriving urban areas everywhere, CUPPA prepares diverse students and creates knowledge and solutions to positively transform cities, shaping more sustainable, just, and equitable urban environments and policies, locally, nationally, and globally.