History of Architecture and Urban Development (BS) at Cornell University

Programme overview

The history of architecture and urban development major leads to a bachelor of science degree (B.S. HAUD). The major is intended for transfer students from other programs at Cornell University and from colleges and universities outside Cornell.

Duration: 120 credits minimum | Study mode: full-time | Location: Ithaca, NY, United States

What you will study

A student entering the program is assigned an advisor from the history of architecture faculty in the Department of Architecture. Together, student and advisor prepare an appropriate course of study to satisfy the following degree requirements.

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Application information

USD 73,946 a year (2026-27). Endowed Ithaca undergraduate tuition (Architecture, Art and Planning; Arts and Sciences; Engineering; Hotel Administration), one rate for all students; tuition only, excludes mandatory fees, housing and meals. The programme is listed under an endowed coll Source

First-year applicants: Early Decision (binding) and Regular Decision for fall entry. Transfer applications are considered for the fall semester only.

First-year Early Decision: application and fee due November 1, other required materials November 13, decisions mid-December. Regular Decision: application and fee due January 2, other materials January 19, decisions late March. Applications are submitted through the Common Application; the application fee is $85 (fee waiver available). SAT or ACT scores are required for first-year applicants.

Transfer applicants: application and fee due March 15, other required materials April 15, decisions late April through June, for fall entry only. Applications use the Transfer Common Application; the fee is $85. SAT or ACT scores are neither required nor expected for transfer applicants.

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.cornell.edu/how-to-apply

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