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
Tejavu
Apr 1, 19 3:09 am
The program at U-Mich is accredited, as per their website.
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.
Feras91
Apr 1, 19 2:55 pm
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
TED
Apr 2, 19 6:41 am
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 -
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 -