The College regularly receives requests from firms in all regions of the country seeking to employ Arizona graduates. These are referred to fifth-year students who arrange their own interviews. Some firms come to the college to interview graduating seniors. Many fifth-year students target a specific city or region of the country and arrange interviews during the spring break of the fifth year. The University Career and Placement Service also provides employment assistance for fifth-year and former students.
Positions are normally available for all graduates willing to relocate.
All architecture majors are eligible to apply for university scholarships and aid. In addition, for students in the professional phase of the program there are special College of Architecture scholarships, as well as a short-term loan fund. For further information, refer to the section on Scholarships and Financial Aid. Awards and Honors Outstanding student accomplishments are recognized each year through the presentation of a number of awards, including the Outstanding Graduating Senior Award, the National School Medal of the American Institute of Architects, the Henry Adams Fund Award, the National School Medal of Alpha Rho Chi and Faculty Commendation Awards. The Dean's List citation goes to all students who attain a grade average of 3.500 or better for a semester while carrying no fewer than 15 units of work.