The master of city and regional planning (M.C.R.P.) and the master of city and regional studies (M.C.R.S.) degrees are offered by the urban planning and policy development program. The program faculty is committed to an excellent education for all students. Occasionally, however, a student will have academic difficulties. The Committee on Academic Standing and Financial Aid (CASFA), comprised of faculty in conjunction with the program director, administers student probation and recommendations for dismissal, based on the criteria discussed below.