BLA Landscape Architecture at University of Rhode Island

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Landscape Architecture degree (BLA) is designed to prepare you for careers in design, planning, preservation and restoration of the landscape by applying art, science and technology to achieve the best use of land and water resources. Graduates are employed in the public sector (government) and private sector including in landscape architecture, architecture, planning, and engineering firms as well as in design-build, construction and horticultural related fields.

Faculty: College of the Environment and Life Sciences | Department: Department of Earth Sciences, Planning, and Design | Study mode: full-time | Location: Kingston, RI, United States

Career pathways

Landscape architecture is a cutting-edge profession that integrates art, science, and advanced technology to envision and shape resilient, adaptive environments. Landscape architects leverage tools like 2D representation, 3D modeling, GIS, data analytics, and sustainable design technologies to create vibrant parks, plazas, and public spaces; design smart residential, institutional, and commercial developments; and.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission is to the University of Rhode Island at the university level and applies to all undergraduate majors (no separate programme application): a Common Application with official transcripts showing 18 units of college-preparatory coursework; standardized test scores are not required. Some majors set additional requirements for entering the major after admission. Entry into the major: Apply for admission to the major with the chairperson of the department Complete 24 units with an overall GPA of 2.00 or higher Note: As admission is competitive, realistically students should have at least a 2.50 overall GPA with no grade in an LAR course below a C for consideration

Domestic applicants: USD 15,684 a year (2026-27). Undergraduate full-time (12-19 credits) annual tuition, In state rate for 2026-27, as published for the level band; excludes registration, health services, technology and student services fees, accident/sickness insurance, and programme differential charg Source

International applicants: USD 37,350 a year (2026-27). Undergraduate full-time (12-19 credits) annual tuition, Out of state (non-resident) rate for 2026-27, as published for the level band; excludes registration, health services, technology and student services fees, accident/sickness insurance, and programme Source

First-year entry terms: Fall (September start) and Spring (January start). URI is a test-optional institution; SAT or ACT scores are optional.

First-year deadlines: Early Decision November 1; Early Action December 1; Regular Decision for Fall February 1; Regular Decision for Spring December 15 (domestic) or December 1 (international). Transfer: Fall July 31; priority Spring December 15. FAFSA March 1.

First-year applicants apply on the Common App; the application fee is $65 or a fee waiver.

Apply through the official page: https://apply.commonapp.org/Login?ma=376&tref=program-finder

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