This Master of Science in Community Development is a 36 credit hour online collaborative inter-institutional Degree program offered through the department of Landscape Architecture and Regional & Community Planning in cooperation with the Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance (GPIDEA). Participating universities include Kansas State University, Iowa State University, North Dakota State University, University of Nebraska, and South Dakota State University. Students may enroll in this collaborative program at any of the participating universities. The key distinction between the degrees offered by each university lies in the capstone experience of their graduates. 

While the program name and degree name may vary by university, the curriculum will be comparable, and courses offered in the program will be the collaborative result of a divergent faculty from within the participating universities.

Program Mission:

The Community Development Program provides professional preparation for career development or advancement. We prepare graduates to address challenges faced by communities across rural to urban United States and other countries. Community Development graduates actively promote positive social, economic, cultural and environmental change and engage citizens in democratic decision-making and action. A diverse faculty from several institutions teaches critical thinking, ethical consideration, careful planning and involvement of all stakeholders.