Special Admission Requirements. All students seeking admission to the Graduate School of Architecture must meet admission requirements of The Graduate School as outlined under Admission in the Graduate Study section of this catalog. Equivalency of transferred work is determined by the Graduate School of Architecture. Students are referred to Digital Platform Requirements. Degree prepares students for careers as licensed architects.
Most states require that an individual intending to become an architect hold an accredited degree.
The preprofessional degree is useful for those who want 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. Admission and Placement. Applicants need to submit an Application for Admission to Graduate School to the University, the Notification of Application form to the Graduate School of Architecture before March 1, and a portfolio in accordance with the portfolio guidelines found on the school's Web site to the Graduate School of Architecture during the time frame also listed on the school's Web site. Students who completed a preprofessional degree in architecture at another university may be admitted to the Master of Architecture program as outlined under Degree Requirements below. If necessary, based on a portfolio, transcript review and possible diagnostic examination, some prerequisite work may be required.