School of Architecture
The study of architecture at Carnegie Mellon is an exciting, multi-disciplinary activity that synthesizes design creativity, social responsibility, historical perspective, technical competence and global environmental consciousness. The five-year curriculum leads to an accredited professional Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) degree and a broad range of career opportunities.
The School of Architecture is seeking students with diverse backgrounds, interests and creative potential, as well as a distinct passion for architecture in all its many facets. We have found that successful architecture students have a variety of qualifications, including:
- Strong Academic Record - Demonstrated by secondary school transcript, class rank, SAT Reasoning Test or ACT with Writing scores, and two SAT Subject Tests, including Math, and either Physics or Chemistry.
- Creative Ability - Demonstrated by a portfolio of creative/inventive work, as well as other artistic endeavors based on synthesis and innovation.
- Interpersonal and Leadership Skills - Demonstrated by awards and honors, extracurricular activities, letters of recommendation, service and a personal statement.
If you have questions about the School of Architecture admission procedure, the online questionaire or the submission of creative/inventive work, please contact Heather Workinger, Senior Academic Advisor at haw5@cmu.edu.
Transfer Students
Transfer applicants to the School of Architecture are classified as freshmen.