Co-sponsored by the American Planning Association (APA) Urban Design and Preservation Division, Divisions Council, and Student Representatives Council, APA presents the Annual Student Planning and Design Competition, which will culminate in a final competition event and winner selection at the 2024 National Planning Conference (NPC24) in Minneapolis, MN.

This opportunity for student planning and design in real-life spaces continue APA’s ongoing effort to provide leadership in developing vital communities. Through excellence in planning, promoting education, and citizen empowerment, APA hopes to provide emerging professionals with the tools and support necessary to meet the challenges of growth and change.