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Whether you want to attend a technical school, community college, career
college, 4-year college or university, you'll have no problem finding a
reputable Architecture program nearby. Nearly 400 schools across the country
offer the major. Before you select a school, learn more about each
program—some focus on the engineering side while others focus on the
studio-art side of architecture. You’ll also learn a lot about a school by
looking at student work and the careers of recent graduates. As the industry
relies more and more on computer-aided design and drafting, the amount of
computer training is important to consider.
Hundreds of colleges and universities offer classes in architecture and
related fields. How do you choose the best architecture school? This
section will help you find the best schools for architecture and
to decide which school is right for you.
Future Architecture college majors should build a foundation of art and
design in high school. Take drawing and computer design courses and consider
the AP Art History exam. Math, including calculus, and physics will both
come in handy during your career. You should also expose yourself to local
architecture and read architecture magazines to learn about different styles
and industry trends.
Architecture certificate and associate career training degree programs
offered at technical schools, career colleges, community colleges, online
schools, 4-year colleges and universities will prepare you for entry level
careers in field working in construction, planning, drafting or inspection. They
may also provide expertise to students with previous architectural training.
College, university and technical school Architecture bachelors degree
programs are the industry standard. These 5-year programs are designed to
prepare students for a 3-year training period assisting architects before taking
a licensing exam. Some students seek a masters degree in Architecture after
earning a bachelors degree in another field. These programs take anywhere from 1
to 5 years to complete.
In any Architecture degree program, students can expect courses in
computer-aided design, drafting, architectural history, building methods and
materials, structural design, construction technology, site design and
architectural theory.
Architecture Degree Programs:
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Certificate Programs in Architecture
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2-Year Associates Degrees in Architecture
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Bachelors Degrees in Architecture
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Masters Degrees in Architecture
There are several different paths you can take toward an Architecture
degree. One route is to enroll in a 5-year Bachelor or Master of
Architecture program. Or, you can earn a bachelor's degree in another field
such as mathematics, engineering, or even art. Then go on to graduate school
for a 2- or 3-year Masters degree in Architecture. These different paths
each have advantages and disadvantages. Consult with your academic advisers
and teachers. You can also ask professional architects about the type of
training they recommend.
The long progress toward a degree in architecture will be expensive. If
you're in school right now, ask your guidance counselor for information
about student loans, grants, fellowships, work-study programs, and
scholarships. Check scholarship listings published by the American Institute
of Architecture Students (AIAS) and the American Institute of Architects
(AIA). Most importantly, ask to meet with a financial aid adviser at your
chosen college.
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