About Architecture (ms) in Georgia Institute of Technology
The School of Architecture's Master of Science (M.S.) is a STEM-designated, non-professional degree program requiring a minimum of 30 semester hours of advanced study and is oriented toward advanced practice, scholarship, and research. Applicants may have previous degrees in architecture or other related fields. The program accepts students with a professional degree in a design or design-related field, as well as students with a baccalaureate degree in a non-design field who wish to pursue an area of study offered in the Master of Science in Architecture degree.
Concentrations:
- Advanced Production
- Building Information Systems
- Design Computation
- Health and Design
- High Performance Buildings
Multidisciplinary studies are strongly encouraged in all of the master's programs in architecture. These studies may be part of a formal dual degree program, including architecture and city and regional planning. Other multidisciplinary studies are possible within the College of Design, the Institute, or at other Atlanta area colleges and universities, such as Emory University and Georgia State University. Coursework outside the School of Architecture frequently includes city and regional planning, public policy, history, philosophy, real estate development, engineering, and studio art.
The deadline for applications is December 31st for all applicants for the following fall semester. Each applicant must have an outstanding undergraduate record and must submit a portfolio of creative work. The TOEFL is the only acceptable language test for admission to Georgia Tech. A score of 90 is required by Georgia Institute of Technology, with a minimum section score of 19 in each section of the test, however, the School of Architecture only accepts TOEFL scores near 100 for all foreign applicants. All applicants should be aware that each program in the School of Architecture has specific application requirements; therefore, all applicants should consult the relevant requirements for their chosen degree programs; by visiting the School of Architecture website or contacting an academic advisor.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree
English language requirements
Georgia Institute of Technology Highlights
Type |
Public |
Establishment Year |
1885 |
Campus Setting |
Urban |
Location |
Atlanta, Georgia |
Number of Campuses |
USA, France and China |
On-campus Accommodation |
Available |
Mode of Program |
Full-time, Part-time, Online |
Total Enrollment |
36,302 |
Retention Rate |
97% |
Graduation Rate |
90% |
Financial Aid |
Scholarships, loans, grants |
Work Study Program |
Available |
Georgia Institute of Technology Cost of Attendance
An anticipated budget for overseas students wishing to study in the United States has been given below for all potential applicants of the institute.
Type of Fee |
Freshmen (USD) |
Other Undergraduates (USD) |
Tuition |
31,370 |
31,370 |
Mandatory Student Fees |
2,424 |
2,424 |
Books & Supplies |
800 |
800 |
Housing Allowance |
6,918 |
9,658 |
Meal Plan Allowance |
5,172 |
5,172 |
Personal/ Misc Educational Costs (est.) |
3,200 |
3,200 |
Average Loan Cost |
60 |
60 |
Total |
49,944 |
52,684 |
Graduate school tuition varies depending on the programme. However, the following is an estimate of the cost:
Type of Fee |
Amount (USD) |
Tuition and Institute Mandated Fees |
Varies |
Books & Supplies |
800 |
Housing Allowance |
9,658 |
Meal Plan Allowance |
5,172 |
Personal/ Misc Educational Costs (estimated) |
3,200 |
Average Loan Cost |
140 |
Total |
18,970 + the appropriate tuition and Institute-mandated fees |