University of Minnesota, MArch, Architecture

Applicants to our graduate programs are expected to have a preferred GPA of 3.0 or greater. Submit scores from one of the four English language tests. Applicants must have a minimum score of 600 (TOEFL paper test); 90 (internet based TOEFL test); 7.0 (IELTS Test); 80 (MELAB test). Applicants should take the GRE general test and submit scores for verbal, quantitative and analytical skills. 80 Three Year M. Arch Program The 3-year program is intended for students with undergraduate degrees in fields other than architecture. We value a liberal arts education, and strongly encourage students with a broad range of academic backgrounds to apply to the 3-Year Program. Please note that 3-Year applicants must demonstrate an aptitude for design and/or drawing through a portfolio. The 3-year program is also appropriate for students who studied some architecture but did not complete the full complement of studio and technology courses that is part of a pre-professional B.S. major in architecture. For example, the three year program is appropriate for our own University of Minnesota BDA students. Two Year M. Arch Program Applicants must have a pre-professional B.S. major in architecture, or its equivalent, and have completed at least one course in structures, materials & methods, and environmental technologies, and at least four semesters of architecture design studios. The portfolio must exhibit a proficiency of design equal to students having completed the first year of our 3-year program. Post-Professional Applicants: A small number of applicants who hold the professional 5-year Bachelor of Architecture degree is admitted to participate in the 2-year M. Arch. program. The Director of Graduate Studies will assist these students to tailor a program of studies matching their interests while insuring that all Graduate School and NAAB requirements are satisfied.