Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) /
Admissions

The Program of Architecture+Design is looking for unique students who are independent thinkers, who observe the world and communicate their observations through creative work and/or research, who are interested in expression and problem solving; people who take initiative.

The program in Architecture+Design encourages applicants from all disciplines and backgrounds. Graduates from a B.Arch., a BFA in Architectural Studies or an equivalent degree may be given advanced standing in the Master of Architecture.

UMass B.F.A. in Design majors who have completed their degrees may apply to the Master of Architecture with advanced standing and complete their degree in a minimum of two years.

The application must include:

GRE Scores
Transcripts
3 Letters of Recommendation
Personal Statement
Portfolio and/or documentation of research
TOEFL is required of foreign student applicants
Request Application (UMass on-line application)

Prospective students to the Master of Architecture program are required to have completed one semester each of calculus, physics and architectural history prior to program admission.

Portfolio:

The portfolio submittal should represent previous creative work and/or research. A portfolio of creative work should include twenty to thirty color images of art, architecture, and/or design work.

A physical portfolio of photographs or copies in a book form, slides, a digital portfolio or a web site portfolio will all be accepted. Please note that CD or DVD digital portfolios must not require installation of software. The Department of Art, Architecture and Art History is not responsible for reviewing materials that are not readily accessible.

Portfolios should be sent to:

Graduate Programs Portfolio Review
Architecture+Design Program
University of Massachusetts Amherst
455 Fine Arts Center
151 Presidents Dr.
Amherst , MA 01003-2510

To submit a web site portfolio, e-mail the URL address to the Director of Graduate Programs at jcrossman@art.umass.edu.

Return of Portfolio:

Be sure to include a SASE (self-addressed stamped envelope) if you wish to have your portfolio returned. Do not send checks, international coupons, etc.; we cannot accommodate requests for COD. We can only accept the SASE. The Department of Art is not responsible for portfolios left beyond six months.

Application Deadline:

February 1st, 2010 (accepting applications for September 2010 only)

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