Graduate Programs

Master of Science in Architecture

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Duration: 1 1/2 to 2 years (3 or 4 semesters), full time, 48 credits in-person
Eligibility: Open to students who hold a five-year, NAAB-accredited Bachelor of Architecture degree or the international equivalent.
STEM designated

The Spitzer School’s Master of Science in Architecture program is open to applicants who already hold a five-year, NAAB-accredited Bachelor of Architecture degree or the international equivalent, and who wish to deepen their design abilities and expand their knowledge.

As the flagship public school of architecture in New York City, we focus on design for the betterment of our shared global community. The program is open-ended and flexible with an emphasis on agility and creativity; we aim to educate the next generation of innovators redefining the role of the architect in the 21st century.

Students take an Advanced Studio + Research Seminar each of three semesters and round out their studies by choosing among a diverse set of elective offerings. Electives cover design and methods, technology, sustainability, professional practice, history/theory, and more.

 

HOW TO APPLY

 

Total Program Credits: 48

Term 1: 18 credits
Term 2: 18 credits
Term 3: 12 credits
Note: For students who desire a longer course of study, it is possible to distribute the credits over up to two academic years/four semesters.

 

STEM Designation

Both the M Arch I and MS Arch programs are listed within the U.S. government’s official STEM fields list, meaning graduates with F-1 visas may be eligible for U.S. work authorization for up to three years. See the STEM OPT Hub for more information.

 

Master of Science programs are not eligible for NAAB accreditation and may not be accepted as meeting licensure requirements in many U.S. jurisdictions. In New York State, it is possible to become licensed without a NAAB-accredited degree. For more information about architecture licensure requirements in New York State, see the NYSED Office of the Professions site and NCARB’s Licensing Requirements Tool.

 

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