Transfer students have until February 15 to apply. After the preliminary application deadline, the Office of Admissions sends freshmen applicants a home test intended to gauge innate talent, drawing ability and the potential to succeed in the program. The test comprises drawing and conceptual problems, and because its intent is to demonstrate talent, it is not possible to study for it.
Applicants complete the test at home.
While this test is the most important factor in the admissions process, applicants are also required to submit transcripts, SAT I scores and other academic records. Transfer applicants are required to submit a portfolio of creative work and to complete the home test, in addition to submitting other materials. Transfer applicants include those who have completed at least one year of architectural study in another school by June of the year in which they are applying, students who have a bachelor's degree in another discipline, or those who have started studies in a field related to architecture. Portfolios may present creative work in any field, including architecture, design, photography, sculpture and original prose or poetry. There are no restrictions on the amount or types of work a student can submit.