Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc)
Pratt Institute
University of Southern California (USC)
Tulane University
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
Temple University
University of Oregon
Cranbrook Academy of Art
New York Institute of Technology (NYIT)
Kansas State University
University Decision Help !! Sci-Arc (M.Arch II) (2 Yrs) VS. Umich ( M.S )( 1 Yr ) VS. UCLA ( M.Arch II )(1 Yr )
I'm an international student and I just got accepted to these universities but I'm undecided right now though I am leaning abit toward UCLA, here is what I'm thinking so far :
- A graduate program concentrated in fabrication, robotics and technology which and all above universities have that, besides sci-arch which is a just a regular M.arch II program ( but would be able to take electives ).
- Universities with the best reputation for work opportunities after for my OPT.
- Though I would like to work on becoming Accredited architect in US it is not a main priority but would be a plus since I'm planning to go back home eventually.
- Is one year be enough time or would a two year program be better in the amount one ? Tuition cost not being a factor as I will be on a scholarship.
the pros and cons of each university so far :
Sci-Arc
Pros : In LA, NAAB Accredited for licensure , Great Environment, Professors and reputation.
Cons : Not a University, Program not concentrated on fabrication and technology, Ive heard that it's too theoretical and visual and isn't practical as much when employed.
Umich
Pros : Very good research university, excellent facilities. Great Global university ranking #20
Cons : Weather in Ann Arbor, Not NAAB Accredited
UCLA
Pros : Suprastudio looks exciting, professors and facility is excellent, in LA
Cons: Not NAAB Accredited
I would appreciate any feedback you guys can give me :)
Thank you
The program at U-Mich is accredited, as per their website.
https://taubmancollege.umich.edu/architecture/degrees/master-architecture
Also, check if a one year program is recognised by your home country. Being an Int'l student myself, there are some conditions imposed by my home country if I ever want to get into academics.
the U-Mich program that I applied to is actually the Master of architecture design and research Program ( M.S ), but yes all programs are recognized back home, so I'm still deciding between them
Unless you have a digital - fabrication background, choose the programme that is longer than 1 year if possible - you will need this time to develop a strong position and networking which is equally important to your studies and future career -
Personally, I prefer the climate of California over Mich where you have to deal with winter -
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