Master of Architecture

Admissions (Application for Graduate Admission)

All applicants for admission into the Master of Architecture program must at least hold a four year pre-professional architectural degree and, in addition to fulfilling the entrance requirements of the university, must submit 3 letters of recommendation, and a portfolio to the Department of Architecture for review by the admissions committee. The portfolio must include:

  • A comprehensive goals statement;
  • A one or two-page resume; listing background information such as education, honors and awards, work experience, and relevant interests; and
  • Documentation of a minimum of six projects from the design studio sequence, at least four having a strong building design content. In addition to photos of final project drawings and models, the documentation of each project must include a process description including the course title, program statement, and design goals and objectives. Photos of preliminary sketches and models are encouraged. If the project was done by a team, identify your individual role and work.
  • In general, the university application deadlines should be observed, however students wishing to be considered for financial assistance should submit all application materials to the university and department by 15 January for fall admissions.

Faculty evaluation of each applicant's portfolio is a major element in the admission process. The portfolio must be concise in style, and bound as a single unit (8 1/2" X 11" preferred). If appropriate, additional supporting materials utilizing electronic media may be submitted. The portfolio will be reviewed by the Department of Architecture Master of Architecture program admissions committee. High quality reproductions must be used for drawings; slides are unacceptable. The portfolio must demonstrate abilities and skills in the following:

Applicants must include postage (stamps or international coupons) sufficient for the return of their portfolios, or arrange to pick them up at the department. Portfolios remaining in the department more than six months after the review will be discarded.

All inquiries to the Master of Architecture program should be directed to:

Professor Dr. Robin Abrams
Coordinator of the Master of Architecture Program
Department of Architecture
College of Architecture
Texas A&M University
College Station, Texas 77843-3137
(979) 845-7050

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