MS Architecture at University of Oregon

Programme overview

A post-professional Master of Science in Architecture for advanced research and design work, building on an existing professional degree in architecture, interior architecture, landscape architecture, architectural or structural engineering, construction management or a related field. It culminates in a thesis or terminal project and is designated a STEM degree. It does not lead to licensure.

Faculty: College of Design | Department: Architecture | Duration: Minimum 45 graduate credits; minimum three terms in residence | Location: Eugene, OR, United States

What you will study

At least 45 graduate credits (30 in architecture, 9 at the 600 level), made up of 9-18 credits of research inquiry and 27-36 credits in an area of research or design focus, plus 9 credits of ARCH 503 thesis or terminal project. Focus areas include sustainable buildings, sustainable construction, lighting design, health and indoor environments, sustainable urbanism and housing, design for social sustainability, design computing, and architectural history and theory.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Eligibility: a bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally accredited four-year U.S. institution or an equivalent international credential. The program is post-professional and builds on a prior degree in architecture or a related built-environment field. University of Oregon graduate admission (applies to all graduate programs): a bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally accredited four-year U.S. institution or an equivalent international credential, completed before the first day of classes. Each program sets its own GPA, test and prerequisite criteria. Applications include transcripts, a CV/resume, a statement of purpose, references, and GMAT/GRE scores where the program requires them. Applicants whose primary language is not English need TOEFL iBT 88, IELTS 7.0 or Duolingo English Test 120 (some programs require higher). Application fee: $70 domestic, $90 international.

Requirements published at faculty level.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Each graduate programme sets its own application deadlines and required materials.

Graduate application fee: $70 for domestic applicants and $90 for international applicants for degree-seeking programmes (doctoral, master's, graduate certificate); paid online by Visa, Mastercard or Discover when applying. Graduate Microcredential application fee is $35. Applications are submitted through the graduate application portal.

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