A 2014 Survey of Architectural Registration Boards reported the highest number of aspiring architects to date. More than 37,000 aspiring architects were testing and/or reporting hours. The 3,543 candidates who completed the Intern Development Program (IDP) are ready to start taking the Architect Registration Examination® (ARE®). Last year, 3,719 exam candidates completed the ARE, which was the highest number of completions for all sections since 2008.

Worried About the ARE?

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In 2016, the ARE exam format is changing to align the ARE with current practice management, project management, and project design activities in the architecture profession. Visit the NCARB web page to learn more about the upcoming transition to ARE 5.0.

Now is a great time to plan and start studying so that you can pass all seven current divisions before the exam changes.

If you would like to become a licensed architect one day, you will need to fulfill your state’s experience requirements for ARE qualification. Each state requires work experience under the direct supervision of a registered architect for a specific period of time prior to registration for the exam.

Click here to download a side-by-side chart showing topics covered by the seven ARE 4.0 divisions.