The Master of Architecture is an NAAB-accredited professional degree offered only at the graduate level. Below is the language from the National Architectural Accrediting Board explaining accreditation policy. Each student's prior record of study determines where, in a progression from introductory to advanced work, the program is entered. There are three distinct programs of study, which provide options to graduate students with different backgrounds and needs.
糖心Vlog视频, School of Architecture offers the following Master of Architecture degree programs:
- (96 credit hours; requires a 4-year bachelors degree - students without an architecture background)
- (57 credit hours; requires a 4-year pre-professional degree in architecture - typically a BS ARCH)
The admissions process for the School of Architecture supports its diverse student body, and creates a campus of inclusiveness, through recruitment efforts, retention policies, and support for student success of the many cultural, religious/spiritual, and identity groups comprising the society we serve. Efforts to achieve these intentions are consistent with the laws of the State of 糖心Vlog视频 and University policy.
For unconditional admission to the M.ARCH 3 Year program, the candidate must:
- Hold a baccalaureate (B.S. or B.A.) degree from an accredited program in a subject outside architecture, such as liberal arts, sciences, business, or another profession.
- Have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 as calculated by Graduate Admissions.
- Complete the Program requirements below.
- Submit official GRE test scores (see below)
For unconditional admission to the M. ARCH Advanced Placement 2 Year program, the candidate must:
- Meet the M.ARCH 3 Year program requirements listed above
- Have completed a baccalaureate degree with a major in architecture
- Submit a portfolio of design work and/or professional involvement, which shows evidence of design capability on a level expected in the graduate program as determined by the Graduate Architecture Admissions Committee.
- (Design work produced in an office as an employee carries less weight because of the difficulty in determining the applicant's exact contribution to the work shown). The best indication of probable success in the program is the quality of work demonstrated in the portfolio.
WHEN TO APPLY
The Master of Architecture program accepts applications for the Fall semester for M.ARCH 3 year program and the M.ARCH Advanced Placement 2 Year program. The Fall semester application deadline is January 15th.
The Master of Architecture program accepts application for the Spring semester ONLY for the M.ARCH Advanced Placement 2 Year program. The Spring application deadline date is August 15th.
We do not accept applications or admit for the Spring semester for the M.ARCH 3 year program.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants to the Master of Architecture program must follow the Graduate School instructions to submit:
- Submit the Application
- For non-degree seeking students, you will use the application.
- Pay The Application Fee
- If you did not submit your application fee at the time of submitting your admission application, you can pay it online. All documents and fees must be provided so we can provide you with an admission decision.
- Submit Transcripts
- You may upload unofficial transcripts to help expedite the admission decision review period. However, official transcripts are still required to be submitted when admitted or once the institution(s) make them available.
- Learn More About Submitting Official Transcripts
Complete Program Requirements
The School of Architecture requires program-related documents as part of the admission review process.
- Submit three letters of recommendation from sources who are familiar with the applicant's academic record, preferably former professors. (For applicants who have been out of school for an extended period, letters of recommendation may be from professional sources if academic ones are no longer available).
- Submit a short 200-word personal statement providing evidence of professional or academic goals consistent with the Architecture Program.
- For applicants whose native language is not English, a minimum score of 6.5 on the IELTS, or a minimum TOEFL iBT total score of 79 is required. Further, when the TOEFL iBT is taken, sectional scores of at least 22 on the Writing section, 21 on the Speaking section, 20 on the Reading section, and 16 on the Listening section are preferred. For otherwise highly qualified candidates, this requirement may be eased.
- Submission of a design portfolio is optional for the M.ARCH 3 Year program applicants and is required for the M.ARCH Advanced Placement 2 Year program applicants. Candidates are encouraged to submit portfolios of creative work including freehand drawings or sketches, painting, graphic design, architectural or furniture design.
Submit Official GRE Test Scores
- Have a minimum total score of 297 on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) with a minimum score of 154 in the verbal portion.
- Contact an Academic Graduate Advisor
Track Your Admission Status
- Track the status of your admissions through your MyMav student portal. Under the admissions section, you will see the status of your application. If you have a status of "Incomplete," please refer to your to-do list for any items that we may still need from you. Please note that it can take up to 5-7 business days for submitted application materials to be processed and removed from your to-do list. If you have a status of "Complete," please allow up to 3-5 weeks for us to process an admission decision.
- Learn More About Accessing MyMav
Graduate Assistantships
- To be considered for a Graduate Teaching Assistant position, the candidate must be admitted without provisional conditions.
- Candidates whose native language is not English must submit an acceptable score on the Test of Spoken English (TSE-A) before arriving in the United States.
- GTA positions in architecture are limited and are very competitive.
- To express interest in a graduate assistantship, please submit the
See the full applications process for the Master of Architecture program in the .