Apply for a Master of Science in Architecture

  • Application Available: September 15
  • Priority Application Deadline: January 2
  • Second Round Application Deadline: March 15
    Late applications may be accepted on a space-available basis through May 1.
  • Application Decision: Decision letters are usually emailed by the end of February or shortly thereafter.
  • Departmental Application Fee: $35 USD

(Note: If the application deadline falls on a weekend or holiday, the deadline is the following business day.)

Applicants must have an undergraduate professional degree in architecture, structural engineering, architectural engineering, construction management, or a related field. This degree does not provide a path to licensure.

Learn more about our program and eligibility based on your prior education:


Application Process

The application process consists of two parts:

  1. Apply to the Department of Architecture (SlideRoom Application)
  2. Apply to the UO Division of Graduate Studies (UO Grad Application)
  1. Apply to the Department of Architecture via SlideRoom.

Architecture: Apply via SlideRoom

  • Summary of Goals and Intent: Please refer to the departmental application for details.

  • Research Statement of Intent: Please refer to the departmental application for details.

  • Writing Sample: Please refer to the departmental application for details.

  • Vitae or Resume: Please refer to the departmental application for details.

  • Transcripts: Upload a PDF copy of all of your English transcripts and degree certificates.

  • Three Recommendations: Please refer to the departmental application for details.

  • Portfolio: Please refer to the departmental application for details.

Non-native English speakers need to meet the UO Division of Graduate Studies’ language proficiency requirements.

Once admitted to the program, a deposit will be required of all incoming students.

  1. Apply to the University of Oregon Division of Graduate Studies.

The Division of Graduate Studies offers limited graduate application fee waivers for applicants who meet specific criteria, as outlined on the Division of Graduate Studies' application fee waiver page.

UO Graduate Studies: Apply Now


Need help with your SlideRoom application? Visit the SlideRoom Applicant Help Center.

For questions about the program or for more information, please contact our SAE Student Ambassadors at archrecruiter@uoregon.edu or at 541-346-1740.