Overview

The Bachelor of Architecture degree (B. Arch) at The City University of New York prepares the student to be proficient in the 21st century technologies required to manage all aspects of the professional practice of architecture, and related fields, such as design, construction materials and assemblies, architectural history, the integration of mechanical and structural systems, building information modeling (BIM), codes and professional practice, site planning, building performance analysis, sustainable design, and digital fabrication and manufacturing.

Curriculum

The curriculum fulfills NAAB student performance criteria in critical thinking and representation, building practices, integrated architectural solutions, and professional practice, in addition to providing a strong foundation in the liberal arts.

The program’s emphasis on the integration of technical and design considerations is a key feature of the curriculum. The culminating experience is a thesis project developed by the student in the fifth year of the program. The curriculum is designed to develop the student’s strengths and to support their pursuit in becoming a licensed architect. The B. Arch degree is widely recognized as one of the fastest paths to becoming a licensed architect.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Architectural Design: Foundations and Visual Studies
History of World Architecture to 1900
Architectural Design II: Foundations and Visual Studies
Building Technology
Site Planning
Architectural Design

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Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must have a High school diploma with a 75 or higher average or a minimum score of 2750 on the High School Equivalency (GED), TASC, HSET exam.
Applicants must meet current CUNY standards for proficiency in mathematics and English.
SAT/ACT scores are not required for admission.
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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

14880 USD / year

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Out-of-State

14880 USD / year

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In-State

7320 USD / year

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Additional Details

$3,465/semester for residents

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

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