About Master’s Program,
Our Master of Architecture degree program is rooted in our legacy as one of the country’s first and foremost architecture programs, but it is never static. Our program constantly evolves and looks toward the future by fostering architecture as a mode of inquiry and experimentation.
Master’s Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
Applicants to the 3-year Master of Architecture degree must have received an undergraduate degree in any subject. Admitted Master of Architecture students begin in the summer term.
We recommend that students complete two courses, Calculus 1 and General Physics, before beginning coursework in the fall (late August). These courses can also be completed during the first year of the M.Arch program. These courses must be taken for credit at an accredited institution and the student must earn a C or better in the course.
Applicants to the Master of Architecture with Advanced Standing degree with advanced standing must have a bachelor of science degree in architecture or its equivalent. Admitted Master of Architecture with Advanced Standing students begin in the fall term.
A student must have completed the following prerequisite courses as part of their undergraduate degree in architecture. These courses must be taken for credit at an accredited institution and the student must earn a C or better in every course.
Master’s Funding Coverage,
In state residency is determined by the Registrar’s Office and may be granted if the student attended Michigan schools and graduated high school in the state of Michigan within the last 28 months, regardless of the student’s citizenship status. If you believe that you should be granted in-state tuition, you should file an application for Resident Classification or an appeal with the Appeal Committee.
Please Read: Information on legal developments regarding DACA as of February 26, 2018
In October 2015, the U.S. Department of Education released a Resource Guide Supporting Undocumented Youth: A Guide for Success in Secondary and Postsecondary Settings. Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning is committed to supporting undocumented and DACAmented graduate students. Below are resources available throughout the University of Michigan and answers to questions you may have.
All applicants, including international students, are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships. Scholarship offers are included in admission letters in early-March. About one-third to one-half of Architecture students receive a scholarship, and the awards range from $5,000 to full tuition. Please note, full tuition awards are very rare and do not cover non-tuition expenses. Please see our ‘Paying for Your Degree’ page for more information.
If you are a U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. resident, we also encourage you to complete the FAFSA so you can be considered for M.Arch need-based grants and other financial aid (use U-M Federal School Code 002325).
Application Requirement,
- Statement of Purpose
- Resume
- Transcripts
- Letters of Recommendation
- Portfolio
- Generative AI
- English Proficiency Requirements
Application Deadline,
Jan 06, 2025
Application Fee,
The application fee for U.S. Citizens or permanent residents is $75 (U.S.D.). The fee for international students is $90 (U.S.D.). The application fee is paid online, via credit card, before the application is submitted.
