Overview

The Building Sciences program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute seeks applicants who thrive at the intersection of Construction, Ecology and the Built Environment and are driven by a life-long commitment to investigation.

The methods embedded in the Building Sciences studios are rooted in interdisciplinary design methods including investigative learning, data storytelling, material testing, information mapping and impact driven-design.

Key Facts

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s focus on the integration of theoretical and practical knowledge in the Building Sciences program prepares students for leadership in response to existing and emerging global challenges in the design and construction of the built environment. The program prepares graduates for diverse careers in building science, architecture, engineering and construction industry and a broad range of design careers. Students are well-prepared to enter specialized Masters of Science Programs or the Master in Architecture Program where they can pursue a professional degree in Architecture accredited by NAAB.

As a polytechnic with a long and substantial history of ‘applying science to the common purposes of life’ the Rensselaer education and research setting is uniquely situated for a progressive Building Science Degree program. Rensselear’s focus on the integration of theoretical and practical knowledge in the Building Science program prepares students for leadership n response to existing and emerging global challenges in the design and construction of the built environment.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

History and Theory of Building Sciences

Building Sciences Media

Materials and Design

Digital Constructs for Building Sciences

Architectural Design Studio

Calculus for Architecture

Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Troy, United States

Disciplines

Civil Engineering & Construction View 507 other Bachelors in Civil Engineering & Construction in United States

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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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English Language Proficiency Examination
Academic Transcripts
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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

66300 USD / year

≈ 66300 USD / year
Out-of-State

66300 USD / year

≈ 66300 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

66300 USD / year

≈ 66300 USD / year

Living costs

Troy

United States

958 - 2088 USD / month

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Key Facts

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Troy

Funding

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