About the course

The Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) prepares our students to assume responsible roles in the profession of architecture. The majority of recent graduates have chosen to enter architectural practice, undertaking the rich professional challenges it offers. Students in the M.Arch. program have the opportunity to develop depth in areas of professional interest through elective seminars and an optional self-directed final project. While acknowledging the primacy of the practice orientation, the Master of Architecture program also prepares students for alternative careers in architecture. In addition to their degree, students in the M.Arch. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Raleigh
Fall (August), 2024	Raleigh
Spring (January), 2025	Raleigh
Fall (August), 2025	Raleigh
Spring (January), 2026	Raleigh

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for North Carolina State University - Raleigh

For students who want to earn a first professional degree in a design discipline and students with undergraduate design degrees who want to take their education and professional development to the next level, the College of Design offers Masters Degrees in Art + Design, Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Landscape Architecture and Architecture.

　　Minimum 3.0 GPA from all previous study at the college level. Graduate Landscape Architecture applicants with an undergraduate GPA of less than 3.0 are required to submit GRE scores.

　　GRE scores are required for some majors and/or tracks. Please review the appropriate application requirements for selected major. GRE Scores are not required for Industrial Design Track III candidates.

　　Acceptable minimum online TOEFL score (Graphic Design: 100, Architecture, Art + Design, Industrial Design, and Landscape Architecture: combined score of 80 and at least 18 on each individual component),

　　OR minimum IELTS score for international students (Graphic Design: 70, Architecture, Art + Design, Industrial Design, and Landscape Architecture: overall band score of at least 6.5 in each individual component). International students with at least one year of full-time study at a four-year US College or university do not have to submit TOEFL and/or IELTs scores.

　　Personal Statement stating career objectives, prior experience, intention of graduate study, and their relevance to the selected program at NC State University.

　　A portfolio of work as per the requirements of your desired discipline.

　　Uploaded unofficial transcripts for each institution attended (official transcripts will be required if admitted).

　　Three uploaded letters of recommendation from people who know your academic record.

　　GRE scores for any student whose first degree was not completed in selected major (GRE institution code for NC State is 5496).

　　TOEFL or IELTS scores for international students only (TOEFL institution code for NC State is 5496).

　　Residency statement for US citizens only (http://go.ncsu.edu/NCRes).

　　Personal resume (include under ?PDF Documents? in the online system).

　　The Master of Architecture program requires GRE scores for all Track 3 applicants. GRE scores are optional for Track 1 and Track 2 applicants.

　　Portfolio Requirements for Master of Architecture- In architecture, as in all the design professions, portfolios are regarded as the most effective way to communicate their work to others.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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