About the course

The Master of Architecture (M. ARCH) degree is the NAAB-accredited professional degree. The accredited professional degree is the first step for individuals interested in pursuing a path toward licensure as a practicing architect in North America. If you studied architecture at the undergraduate level and received a Bachelor of Science in Architecture, you may qualify for the four-semester Path A Advanced Standing Track. If you studied in another discipline at the undergraduate level the seven-semester Path B track is the right course of study for you. If you studied architecture at the undergraduate level, but did not receive a Bachelor of Science in Architecture, we will work to evaluate your prior education and to determine limited advanced standing based on your transcripts and verified coursework.

　　PATH A - Master of Architecture - The ?Path A? program is an advanced standing track designed for individuals who possess an undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Architecture degree. This program links seamlessly with the University of Maryland?s B.S. in Architecture degree and similar degrees offered at other institutions. This is a four-semester degree program leading to the NAAB-accredited M. ARCH degree.

　　PATH B - Master of Architecture - This program is designed specifically for individuals who have earned a baccalaureate degree in an area other than architecture. This seven-semester program provides an introduction to the fundamentals of architectural design and representation, technologies, history, and theory, as well as professional practice. The program provides an efficient track toward the NAAB-accredited M. ARCH degree. 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: US$108,300

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	College Park
Fall (August), 2025	College Park

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Maryland - College Park

Unofficial copies of transcripts from each institution (including the University of Maryland if you attended here previously) must be attached to your application.

　　Three recommendations are required from professors or other individuals who can assess the applicant’s potential to succeed in this program.

　　Applicants must submit a statement of their goals and objectives in pursuing graduate study using the online application.

　　All applicants for the Master of Architecture degree (as well as any dual degree including the M ARCH) are required to submit a digital portfolio of design work. Applicants should think critically about the work they present and about how that work is presented in the portfolio. The portfolio serves as an illustration of the applicant’s interest in design.

　　As a minimum admission standard, the University of Maryland expects candidates to have a B average, or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, in a program of study resulting in a bachelor's degree.

　　IBT Toefl - 100 (Speaking - 22, Listening - 24, Reading - 26, Writing - 24 ), Ielts overall 7 (Listening -7, Reading – 7, Writing – 7, Speaking - 6.5)

　　Please note: The Graduate School will not accept paper IELTS test report forms.

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 96.0

　　

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Maryland - College Park. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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