Institutional integrity is also addressed through accreditation. Accreditation by the New England Association is not partial but applies to the institution as a whole. As such, it is not a guarantee of the quality of every course or program offered, or the competence of individual graduates. Rather, it provides reasonable assurance about the quality of opportunities available to students who attend the institution. Inquiries regarding the status of an institution s accreditation by the New England Association should be directed to the administrative staff of the school or college.
Most states require that an individual intending to become an architect hold an accredited degree.
The Master of Architecture, which requires a minimum of three years of study following an unrelated bachelor s degree or two years following a related preprofessional bachelor s degree. This preprofessional degree is useful for those wishing a foundation in the field of architecture, as preparation for either continued education in a professional degree program or for employment options in architecturally related areas. Wentworth is a member of the American Society for Engineering Education, the American Council on Education, the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture and the National Commission for Cooperative Education.