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Architectural Studies

College of Fine & Applied Arts

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What is Architectural Studies?

Architects conceptualize and construct physical structures like buildings. In this major, you’ll receive a foundation in 2- and 3-dimensional design. You will focus on both aesthetics and technology. This major will prepare you to be a creative thinker and create inventive solutions to social, political, economic, and environmental problems.

Career Options

  • Architecture
  • Contracting
  • Conservation
  • Drafting
  • Industrial design
  • Inspection
  • Interior design
  • Landscape architecture
  • Planning & surveying
  • Product design

Post-Graduation Success1

95% employed or continuing education

19% employed after graduation

76% attending graduate school

$53,355 average starting annual income

Sample employer destinations: Abbott Laboratories (1), Architectural Design Collaborative (1), ARCON Associates (1) View All

Sample grad school destinations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Washington University in St. Louis, University of Michigan View All

Review Criteria

First-Year Major-Specific Criteria

  • Strong math coursework and performance
  • Calculus track preferred (if available at high school)

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Transfer Criteria

Transfer Handbook

Graduation & Retention2

4.0 years to degree

94% first-year retention rate

73% four-year graduation rate

78% six-year graduation rate

Annual Program Costs3

Illinois Resident

  • Tuition: $14,620
  • Fees: $5,054
  • Expenses: $18,884
  • Total: $38,558

Non-Resident

  • Tuition: $34,972
  • Fees: $5,054
  • Expenses:$19,224
  • Total: $59,250

International

  • Tuition: $35,966
  • Fees: $5,054
  • Expenses: $19,224
  • Total: $60,244
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