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    Top 98 Architecture Scholarships in July 2024

    Maria Geiger Written by Maria Geiger
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    Maria Geiger is Director of Content at Scholarships360. She is a former online educational technology instructor and adjunct writing instructor. In addition to education reform, Maria’s interests include viewpoint diversity, blended/flipped learning, digital communication, and integrating media/web tools into the curriculum to better facilitate student engagement. Maria earned both a B.A. and an M.A. in English Literature from Monmouth University, an M. Ed. in Education from Monmouth University, and a Virtual Online Teaching Certificate (VOLT) from the University of Pennsylvania.

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    Updated: July 17th, 2024

    Much like designing a building with a solid foundation, winning scholarships helps students plan and design a strong financial future! Lucky for you, we put together this list of architecture scholarships to help you get started. Our list includes opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students at all levels of study.

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    The Scholarships360 Research Team reviews all scholarships individually and strives to exclude any scholarship where any of the below applies:

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    $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by Scholarships360

    Exclusive
    1 award worth $10,000
    Deadline Jun 30, 2025
    Grade Level All Grade Levels

    Offered by Scholarships360

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    The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high…Show More

    The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high…Show More

    The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high school student who hopes to go to college, a graduate student who’s in a master’s program, or an adult learner who wants to return to school, you are eligible for our no essay scholarship. This scholarship will be awarded to students who get the most out of Scholarships360 scholarships and content. You will be a strong applicant if you apply to scholarships with the Scholarships360 platform. Finalists for this scholarship will be interviewed about their process for funding their education.Show Less

    1 award worth $10,000
    Deadline Jun 30, 2025
    Grade Level All Grade Levels
    Apply

    $2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by Sallie Mae

    Easy Application
    1 award worth $2,000
    Deadline Jul 31, 2024
    Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students

    Offered by Sallie Mae

    Easy Application

    Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for…

    Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for…

    Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for school.

    1 award worth $2,000
    Deadline Jul 31, 2024
    Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students
    Apply

    Charles J. Hasbrouck Memorial Scholarships

    Offered by Historic Huguenot Street

    1 award worth $1,000
    Deadline Aug 31, 2024
    Grade Level College Students

    Offered by Historic Huguenot Street

    The Charles J. Hasbrouck Memorial Scholarships are funded by Historic Huguenot Street, an organization that preserves a unique Hudson Valley Huguenot settlement and engages diverse…Show More

    The Charles J. Hasbrouck Memorial Scholarships are funded by Historic Huguenot Street, an organization that preserves a unique Hudson Valley Huguenot settlement and engages diverse…Show More

    The Charles J. Hasbrouck Memorial Scholarships are funded by Historic Huguenot Street, an organization that preserves a unique Hudson Valley Huguenot settlement and engages diverse audiences in the exploration of America’s multicultural past in order to understand the historical forces that have shaped America. Each year, their Charles J. Hasbrouck Memorial Scholarships award $1,000 to one (1) undergraduate studying the history of, architecture of, or conservation of artifacts of Historic Huguenot Street. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details.Show Less

    1 award worth $1,000
    Deadline Aug 31, 2024
    Grade Level College Students
    Get Started

    BigFuture $40k Essay-Free Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by The College Board

    Easy Application
    1 award worth $40,000
    Deadline Oct 31, 2024
    Grade Level High School Senior

    Offered by The College Board

    Easy Application

    Open to US-Based high school students in the class of 2025 — no essay, minimum GPA, test score, or citizenship requirements.

    Open to US-Based high school students in the class of 2025 — no essay, minimum GPA, test score, or citizenship requirements.

    Open to US-Based high school students in the class of 2025 — no essay, minimum GPA, test score, or citizenship requirements.

    1 award worth $40,000
    Deadline Oct 31, 2024
    Grade Level High School Senior
    Apply

    YoungArts Competition

    Offered by YoungArts

    20 awards worth $250 - $10,000
    Deadline Oct 17, 2024
    Grade Level High School Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors

    Offered by YoungArts

    The YoungArts Competition is funded by YoungArts, an organization that identifies exceptional young artists, amplifies their potential, and invests in their lifelong creative freedom. Every…Show More

    The YoungArts Competition is funded by YoungArts, an organization that identifies exceptional young artists, amplifies their potential, and invests in their lifelong creative freedom. Every…Show More

    The YoungArts Competition is funded by YoungArts, an organization that identifies exceptional young artists, amplifies their potential, and invests in their lifelong creative freedom. Every year, their YoungArts Competition awards up to $10,000 to multiple high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors passionate about dance, music, design, film, jazz, photography, theater, visual arts, singing, or writing who submit a written piece or video showcasing their talents. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details.Show Less

    20 awards worth $250 - $10,000
    Deadline Oct 17, 2024
    Grade Level High School Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors
    Get Started

    Niche $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by Niche

    Easy Application
    1 award worth $10,000
    Deadline Jul 31, 2024
    Grade Level All Grade Levels

    Offered by Niche

    Easy Application

    Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!

    Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!

    Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!

    1 award worth $10,000
    Deadline Jul 31, 2024
    Grade Level All Grade Levels
    Apply

    Blakemore Freeman Fellowship

    Offered by Blakemore Foundation

    Multiple awards worth Full Program Costs
    Deadline Dec 30, 2024
    Grade Level Graduate Students

    Offered by Blakemore Foundation

    Are you a bachelor's degree holder pursuing a career that involves the use of an East or Southeast Asian language? If so, consider applying for…Show More

    Are you a bachelor's degree holder pursuing a career that involves the use of an East or Southeast Asian language? If so, consider applying for…Show More

    Are you a bachelor's degree holder pursuing a career that involves the use of an East or Southeast Asian language? If so, consider applying for the Blakemore Freeman Fellowship! The Blakemore Freeman Fellowship is open to college graduates pursuing a professional, business, or academic career that will require the regular use of East or Southeast Asian languages. Applicants should have already formally studied their target language for at least three years and be willing to partake in extensive language study in an eligible program during the term of the grant. The scholarship is offered by the Blakemore Foundation, a Washington-based charitable trust dedicated to encouraging the use of Asian languages and increasing the understanding of Asian art within the United States. Every year, the fellowship covers tuition, and awards a stipend for related educational expenses, and basic living and transportation costs for the language programs of each of the winning applicants. If you’re looking for some help to pay off your East or Southeast Asian language program, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

    Multiple awards worth Full Program Costs
    Deadline Dec 30, 2024
    Grade Level Graduate Students
    Get Started

    Plan NH’s Scholarship and Fellowship Program

    Offered by Plan New Hampshire

    Multiple awards worth Varies
    Deadline Varies
    Grade Level College Students

    Offered by Plan New Hampshire

    Are you a New Hampshire resident with a passion to pursue studies in architecture, planning, design, or another related field at an in-state university? If…Show More

    Are you a New Hampshire resident with a passion to pursue studies in architecture, planning, design, or another related field at an in-state university? If…Show More

    Are you a New Hampshire resident with a passion to pursue studies in architecture, planning, design, or another related field at an in-state university? If so, you may be eligible for some of the scholarships offered by Plan NH’s Scholarship and Fellowship Program! There are a wide range of scholarships available, offering varying amounts of money to winning applicants each year. Although the scholarship is offered by Plan New Hampshire, the general application is hosted by the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation. Thus, to find out more about each scholarship’s specific requirements, we recommend checking out their individual profiles on the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation website. Upon completing the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation's General Application, students will be considered for each of the Plan New Hampshire and the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation's scholarships they may be eligible for. With that said, if you're a New Hampshire resident pursuing an architecture/planning/design-related field at an in-state university, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

    Multiple awards worth Varies
    Deadline Varies
    Grade Level College Students
    Get Started

    $10,000 CollegeXpress Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by CollegeXpress

    Easy Application
    1 award worth $10,000
    Deadline May 1, 2025
    Grade Level High School Students

    Offered by CollegeXpress

    Easy Application

    Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors.

    Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors.

    Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors.

    1 award worth $10,000
    Deadline May 1, 2025
    Grade Level High School Students
    Apply

    U.S. Air Force In-College Scholarship Program (ICSP)

    Offered by U.S. Air Force ROTC

    Multiple awards worth Varies
    Deadline Rolling
    Grade Level College Underclassmen

    Offered by U.S. Air Force ROTC

    Are you a college student interested in serving in the U.S. Air Force? If so, consider applying for the U.S. Air Force In-College Scholarship Program!…Show More

    Are you a college student interested in serving in the U.S. Air Force? If so, consider applying for the U.S. Air Force In-College Scholarship Program!…Show More

    Are you a college student interested in serving in the U.S. Air Force? If so, consider applying for the U.S. Air Force In-College Scholarship Program! The ISCP is open to college freshmen and sophomores in specific majors whose universities host an Air Force ROTC program and who have completed at least one term as full-time students.  The U.S. Air Force ROTC offers the scholarship program as a way to support students and develop leaders for future members of the air force. Thus, students who are selected for the program must accept a commission as an Air or Space Force officer and serve at least four years on active duty. In addition to this, chosen applicants may receive scholarships in varying amounts to help with their tuition costs. Bear in mind that there is no formal application process for the Program. Rather, Air Force ROTC staff evaluate and nominate cadets themselves. For more details on the In-College Scholarship Program, we recommend contacting your school’s AFROTC detachment. Show Less

    Multiple awards worth Varies
    Deadline Rolling
    Grade Level College Underclassmen
    Get Started

    Scholastic Art & Writing Awards

    Offered by Alliance for Young Artists & Writers

    Multiple awards worth up to $12,500
    Deadline Varies
    Grade Level High School Students

    Offered by Alliance for Young Artists & Writers

    Are you a middle or high school student with a love for creative writing or artwork? If so, consider applying for the Scholastic Art &…Show More

    Are you a middle or high school student with a love for creative writing or artwork? If so, consider applying for the Scholastic Art &…Show More

    Are you a middle or high school student with a love for creative writing or artwork? If so, consider applying for the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards! The contest is broken up into 28 separate categories/competitions, each with its own age requirements and prompts. Winners will receive between $500 and $12,500, depending on the category. The awards are offered by the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers, a nonprofit organization with a mission to “identify students with exceptional artistic and literary talent and present their remarkable work to the world through the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards.”  If you’re a middle or high school student who’s been wanting to put their creative skills to work, this may be a great opportunity for you. We encourage you to apply!Show Less

    Multiple awards worth up to $12,500
    Deadline Varies
    Grade Level High School Students
    Get Started

    $25k “Be Bold” No-Essay Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by Bold.org

    Easy Application
    1 award worth $25,000
    Deadline Aug 1, 2024
    Grade Level All Grade Levels

    Offered by Bold.org

    Easy Application

    Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

    Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

    Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

    1 award worth $25,000
    Deadline Aug 1, 2024
    Grade Level All Grade Levels
    Apply

    Chairish Design Your Future Scholarship

    Offered by Chairish

    2 awards worth $2,500
    Deadline Biannual
    Grade Level High School Seniors, College & Graduate Students

    Offered by Chairish

    Are you a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student currently or planning to enroll in a postsecondary school? If so, consider applying to the…Show More

    Are you a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student currently or planning to enroll in a postsecondary school? If so, consider applying to the…Show More

    Are you a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student currently or planning to enroll in a postsecondary school? If so, consider applying to the Design Your Future Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship offers two $2,500 awards to applicants who write an essay about their dream future life and career, and how they plan on achieving such goals with the help of the scholarship. While every student is welcome to apply, bear in mind that preference will be given to underrepresented minorities and those pursuing design and engineering-related fields. The scholarship is funded by Chairish, an online, vintage furniture, art, and home accessories platform. If you want to “design your future” and potentially earn some money to fund your journey too, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

    2 awards worth $2,500
    Deadline Biannual
    Grade Level High School Seniors, College & Graduate Students
    Get Started

    MFMA Scholarship Program

    Offered by Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association

    5 awards worth $1,000
    Expected deadline July 2025
    Grade Level High School Seniors & College Students

    Offered by Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association

    Are you a current or incoming undergraduate studying a sports flooring-related field of study? If so, the MFMA Scholarship Program may be a great opportunity…Show More

    Are you a current or incoming undergraduate studying a sports flooring-related field of study? If so, the MFMA Scholarship Program may be a great opportunity…Show More

    Are you a current or incoming undergraduate studying a sports flooring-related field of study? If so, the MFMA Scholarship Program may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the Program awards $1,000 to five students in secondary, advanced, or trade school who have an interest in the fields related to the sports flooring business. Eligible fields include Architecture, Forest Management, Forest Products Technology, Forest Science, Forestry Studies, Wood Science & Engineering, Wood Science & Technology, or other fields related to wood technology, or studying a trade that translates to the wood flooring industry. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details!Show Less

    5 awards worth $1,000
    Expected deadline July 2025
    Grade Level High School Seniors & College Students
    Get Started

    $1,000 Appily Easy College Money Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by Appily

    Easy Application
    Monthly awards worth $1,000
    Deadline Jul 31, 2024
    Grade Level High School Students & College Underclassmen

    Offered by Appily

    Easy Application

    This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be…Show More

    This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be…Show More

    This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be awarded each month.Show Less

    Monthly awards worth $1,000
    Deadline Jul 31, 2024
    Grade Level High School Students & College Underclassmen
    Apply

    ABC Humane Wildlife Women in STEM Academic Scholarship

    Offered by ABC Humane Wildlife Control & Prevention

    1 award worth $1,000
    Expected deadline July 2025
    Grade Level College & Graduate Students

    Offered by ABC Humane Wildlife Control & Prevention

    Are you a female student pursuing a degree in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the ABC Humane Wildlife Women in STEM Academic…Show More

    Are you a female student pursuing a degree in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the ABC Humane Wildlife Women in STEM Academic…Show More

    Are you a female student pursuing a degree in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the ABC Humane Wildlife Women in STEM Academic Scholarship! The ABC Humane Wildlife Women in STEM Academic Scholarship is open to current female undergraduate and graduate students who are majoring in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics) fields. The scholarship was created by Urban Wildlife Manager, Rebecca Fyffe. Rebecca is an entrepreneur who credits her good business sense and cutting-edge research-based methods to her background in STEM. Thus, she created this scholarship to encourage more women to pursue STEM programs and science-based education. Each year, the scholarship awards $1,000 to one (1) lucky student to help pay for the costs of their education. If you’re a woman passionate about STEM and are looking for some help to pay off your degree, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

    1 award worth $1,000
    Expected deadline July 2025
    Grade Level College & Graduate Students
    Get Started

    Nola Cook Scholarship

    Offered by Branch & Cook Scholarships

    1 award worth $750
    Expected deadline June 2025
    Grade Level High School Seniors & College Students

    Offered by Branch & Cook Scholarships

    Are you a current or incoming undergraduate student belonging to an underrepresented group (female, of rural decent, or a member of an ethnic minority) pursuing…Show More

    Are you a current or incoming undergraduate student belonging to an underrepresented group (female, of rural decent, or a member of an ethnic minority) pursuing…Show More

    Are you a current or incoming undergraduate student belonging to an underrepresented group (female, of rural decent, or a member of an ethnic minority) pursuing a STEM-related major at a university in Kentucky? If so, the Nola Cook Scholarship may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the scholarship awards $750 to one (1) current or incoming underrepresented, full-time, undergraduate STEM student at a Kentucky college or university. To apply, interested students must submit a current resume, a transcript, a 500-word essay, a letter of recommendation, and proof of enrollment at their university. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

    1 award worth $750
    Expected deadline June 2025
    Grade Level High School Seniors & College Students
    Get Started

    $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship

    This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

    Offered by Christian Connector

    Easy Application
    1 award worth $5,000
    Deadline May 31, 2025
    Grade Level High School Students

    Offered by Christian Connector

    Easy Application

    Students applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian…

    Students applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian…

    Students applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian university or college.

    1 award worth $5,000
    Deadline May 31, 2025
    Grade Level High School Students
    Apply

    Breakthrough Junior Challenge

    Offered by Breakthrough

    1 award worth $250,000
    Expected deadline June 2025
    Grade Level High School Students

    Offered by Breakthrough

    Are you a middle or high school student with a passion for STEM? If so, consider applying for the Breakthrough Junior Challenge! Each year, the…Show More

    Are you a middle or high school student with a passion for STEM? If so, consider applying for the Breakthrough Junior Challenge! Each year, the…Show More

    Are you a middle or high school student with a passion for STEM? If so, consider applying for the Breakthrough Junior Challenge! Each year, the challenge awards $250,000 to a 13-18-year-old student who creatively and clearly explains a scientific or mathematical theory, concept, or principle in video form. The videos must be no longer than a minute and 30 seconds long and should be a dynamic visual medium, using diagrams, simulations, physical demonstrations, and more. The scholarship is funded by technology investors and science philanthropists Julia and Yuri Milner.  If you have a love for STEM, video making, and want to go to college debt-free, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

    1 award worth $250,000
    Expected deadline June 2025
    Grade Level High School Students
    Get Started

    FEFPA Scholarship

    Offered by Florida Educational Facilities Planners' Association

    3 awards worth $1,000 - $3,000
    Expected deadline June 2025
    Grade Level College Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors & Grad Students

    Offered by Florida Educational Facilities Planners' Association

    The FEFPA Scholarship is up for grabs! This opportunity is open to all full-time students enrolled in a degree program at an accredited Florida university…Show More

    The FEFPA Scholarship is up for grabs! This opportunity is open to all full-time students enrolled in a degree program at an accredited Florida university…Show More

    The FEFPA Scholarship is up for grabs! This opportunity is open to all full-time students enrolled in a degree program at an accredited Florida university or community college, as well as part-time students with full-time employment. If your major is related to facilities planning or you're interested in pursuing this field, then this is the scholarship for you! Don't miss out on this chance to further your education and career.Show Less

    3 awards worth $1,000 - $3,000
    Expected deadline June 2025
    Grade Level College Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors & Grad Students
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    Some of the scholarships are for under-represented groups in the field. As we know, architecture applies to more than just designing buildings, so those of you who love landscape design are in luck as well!

    How to win scholarships for architecture students

    If you’re applying for architecture scholarships, you may be required to submit an essay as part of your application. This is your chance to demonstrate who you are and why you want to study architecture. One of the best ways to do this is by telling a story. Construct a narrative arc by writing about how your past helped shape who you are today, and how your current goals connect to the future. Throughout your essay, architecture should be the common thread that links the past, present, and future. 

    If you need more specific tips on writing your essay, you’re in luck! We have a multitude of resources aimed at guiding you through the writing process. Check out the following guides to get started:

    Financial aid tips for architecture students

    Whether you are pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture, you’ll also want to apply for need-based financial aid. This need-based financial aid can include everything from grants (like Pell Grants) to federal student loans and work study. To apply for need-based financial aid, submit the FAFSA and for some schools, the CSS Profile.

    Make sure that you apply for financial aid by the appropriate CSS Profile and FAFSA deadlines. If you apply for financial aid and are accepted to the college, you will receive a financial aid award letter which outlines the various types of aid available to you.

    College-Specific Scholarships

    Your college or university may also have specific scholarships available for students studying in the architecture school. We always remind students to research scholarships at the colleges and universities they plan to apply to. Oftentimes, they offer unique scholarship opportunities just for those planning/enrolling!

    Local Scholarships

    Your local community is one of the best places to search for scholarships. These scholarships are less competitive than awards offered on a national level, meaning they’re easier to win! Check out our guide on how to win local scholarships to learn more. 

    Additional resources for architecture students

    Whether you’re considering becoming an architecture major, or have already committed, it’s a good idea to check out some professional organizations in the field. For example, the American Institute of Architects is a renowned resource for architects across the country. Joining an organization like the AIA helps you keep up with the current state of the field, find scholarship opportunities, and connect with other professionals around the country. 

    You might find new fields of interest and make connections with architects who specialize in it. This could help shape your studies and land you a job after college. In addition to the more general AIA, there are regional architecture organizations and organizations which specialize in one subfield or cater to certain demographics. Here are a few other architecture-related organizations to consider:

    Frequently asked questions 

    Is architecture a stable job?

    The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that architecture jobs are expected to grow by 3 percent between 2020 and 2030. While that is slower than average, the field is still growing! To increase your chances of getting hired after graduation, it’s best to get an internship or two under your belt. Our guide on how to get an internship offers some helpful pointers. As far as salary, you can expect to be well compensated if you choose to pursue a career as an architect. The median pay for professionals in this field is $80,180 per year, which is double the median salary across all occupations!

    What college has the best architecture program?

    Rice University, Cornell University, Virginia Tech, and the Rhode Island School of Design are ranked among the top architecture schools in the U.S. That said, there are a lot of excellent architecture programs outside of this handful of schools. It’s best to do your own research to determine which school is right for you. Our guide on how to choose a college can help point you in the  right direction. 

    Is architecture a hard major?

    That depends on what kind of student you are! Students who excel in this field typically have a keen eye for design, strong math and science skills, and an interest in serving the public. You can expect a wide range of coursework including computer science, trigonometry, calculus, geometry, algebra, physics, engineering, and art. To learn more about what it’s like to study this field, check out our architecture major overview

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