Division of Architecture
The mission of the Division of Architecture is to provide state-of-the-art academic programs of excellence at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The programs will produce highly qualified graduates who are prepared and capable of serving as leaders and contributors in our ever-evolving society. The faculty and staff will provide outstanding academic support at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional school levels.
Architecture Undergraduate Programs
The Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies degree is a four-year pre-professional program that offers a broad-based education in the fundamentals of architecture. It is divided into pre-architecture (years one and two--lower division) and architecture (years three and four--upper division). Students may be admitted as freshmen or as transfer students.
The Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) program leads to a professional degree accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB)--the educational credentials needed for licensure as a registered, practicing architect. The primary mission of the B.Arch program is to prepare students for the practice of architecture. The School fulfills this mission through an urban design studio, a comprehensive building design studio and various lecture courses.
Architecture Graduate Programs
The Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) program is the professional graduate program leading to the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB)—the educational credentials needed for licensure as a registered, practicing architect. The program is designed as a two-year curriculum for students with a four-year, pre-professional degree in architecture.
Master of Architecture in Architecture is the professional graduate program leading to the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB)—the educational credentials needed for licensure as a registered, practicing architect.The program is designed as a three-and-one-half-year curriculum for students without a pre-professional degree in architecture.
The Master of Science in Architecture: Facility Management Track is a collaborative professional degree program between the School of Architecture and the School of Business and Industry.
Application and Admission Requirements
The application deadline is typically the middle of January of each year. Contact the school for the specific date. After February 1, applications are not necessarily turned away, but they cannot be guaranteed priority for placement or financial aid consideration. The first letters are mailed at the end of February. Students are either admitted, on a waiting list or denied admission.
Minimum admission requirements for freshman & transfers with less than 60 hours--3.0/4.0 high school GPA; SAT (Reading: 27, Math: 26, Writing & Language: 27). ACT (English: 19, Reading: 22, Math: 22). Transfers with 60 hours, a minimum 2.5/4.0 GPA is required. International TOEFL score (computer-based 173, Internet-based 80) or IELTS 7. The university admits qualified applicants to the Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies program.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the School of Architecture
and Engineering Technology receives the completed application materials by the second
week of January. If materials are not received by the deadline, the application may
not be considered for admission. Admission is competitive and considered on a space-available
basis.
Applications are available online.
Applicants must also meet the requirements of the School of Graduate Studies at Florida
A&M as well as those of the School of Architecture and Engineering Technology. The
requirements include the following:
- A completed university GRADUATE APPLICATION form and payment of the non-refundable fee.
- An official up-to-date TRANSCRIPT of undergraduate records sent directly from all previous colleges attended and
- A resume
- A letter of intent indicating the applicant's educational and career background, educational and career goals, and reasons for selecting the degree program at FAMU.
- Three letters of reference from people who can speak knowledgeably about the quality of the applicant's recent work.
- A TOEFL score of 550 or better, from foreign students, prior to admittance to the university.
If you have questions, please email Ronald Lumpkin or call (850) 599-3244.
Architecture Minors & Certificates
With a minor in architecture, you can try out the field and learn its history, which can serve you well if you decide to pursue further studies.
- ARC 1301 Design 1.1 (4)
- ARC 1302 Design 1.2 (4)
- ARC 1003 Orientation To Architecture (1)
OR - ARC 1160 Computer Application (1)
- ARC 2470 Introduction to Technology of Architecture (3)
- ARC 2201 Theory In Architecture (3)
- ARC 2701 Architectural History I (3)
Credit Hours: 18
