Program Eligibility | How to Apply
The post-professional Master of Science in Architecture is a STEM-designated degree that allows students to complete advanced research and design work that builds on an existing professional degree in architecture, architectural engineering, structural engineering, construction management, or a related field.
Who Should Apply
This degree does not provide a path to licensure. This program is intended for applicants who:
- Have a professional degree in architecture, interior architecture, landscape architecture, architectural engineering, structural engineering, construction management, or another related field from a regionally accredited four‑year U.S. college or university, or
- Possess an equivalent credential from a qualifying international institution
- Application Available: September 15
- Priority Application Deadline: January 9
- 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.
Note: If the application deadline falls on a weekend or holiday, the deadline is the following business day.
- Submit your application following the UO Division of Graduate Studies application submission procedures:
- Domestic Applicants – Application fee $70
- International Applicants - Application fee $90
- 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 Transcript Requirement
- Non-native English speakers need to meet the UO Division of Graduate Studies' language proficiency requirements.
- Once admitted to the program, all incoming students will be required to pay a deposit.
- Portfolio
- Writing Sample
- CV or Resume
- Transcripts
- Three (3) Recommendations
- Application Questions
Summary of Goals and Intent
Describe your general academic and career goals, the field(s) in which you would like to study, and why you wish to attend the University of Oregon, and the issues that are important to your proposed area of research. You may want to refer to specific classes, faculty, or research projects that interest you. Your ideas should be clear, specific, and persuasive.
Research Statement of Intent
Please describe the issues important to your research, potential questions for study or inquiry, the methods and materials you might use, and possible outcomes. Also explain how your research area connects to select faculty you are interested in working with. The committee will use this statement to assess your ability to articulate an area of study and how it connects to the research expertise of the faculty and the department.
For questions about the program or for more information, please contact our SAE Student Ambassadors at archrecruiter@uoregon.edu or at 541-346-1740.