Program Overview
The Architecture at Ball State University is a Master programme in Architecture & Urban Planning over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of architecture & urban planning. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Architecture programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 19,404 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,092 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Muncie, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Architecture programme are prepared for diverse careers in architecture & urban planning:
- Architect
- Urban Planner
- Landscape Designer
- Sustainability Consultant
- Real Estate Developer
- Heritage Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'Option 1 is designed for students with undergraduate degrees in architecture from universities offering an accredited architecture program or its equivalent (in the case of international students).\', "Option 2 is designed for students holding a bachelor\'s degree in a field other than architecture or students of nonaccredited architecture programs.", \'Three 6-credit studios and a 3-credit summer workshop (21 credits)\', \'A required academic internship experience of at least 14 weeks following the framework articulated by National Council of Architectural Registration Board\\x92s Intern Development Program (IDP) for architectural licensing. Students who have already fulfilled the academic internship requirement prior to enrollment in the program, may pursue more internship experience or utilize other study away experiences.\', \'Track 1: Internship/away experience during the spring semester and first summer session (if needed).\', \'Track 2: Internship/away experience during the second summer session (if needed) and the fall semester.\', \'Three (3) directed electives (minimum) from three "Directed Elective" areas (Research Methods, Integrated Building Practices and Technologies, and Critical Thinking and Representation (9 credits)\', \'Four (4) other graduate electives (may be an approved Certificate Program) (12 credits)\', \'One (1) Final Project Preparation Course (1 credit)\', \'Three (3) 6-credit studios and a 3-credit summer workshop (21 credits)\', \'A required academic internship experience of at least 14 weeks following the framework articulated by National Council of Architectural Registration Board\\x92s Intern Development Program (IDP) for architectural licensing. Students who have already fulfilled the academic internship requirement prior to enrollment in the program, may pursue more internship experience or utilize other study away experiences.\', \'Track 1: Internship/away experience during the spring semester and first summer session (if needed).\', \'Track 2: Internship/away experience during the second summer session (if needed) and the fall semester.\', \'Three (3) directed electives (minimum) from three "Directed Elective" areas (Research Methods, Integrated Building Practices and Technologies, and Critical Thinking and Representation (9 credits)\', \'Four (4) other graduate electives (may be an approved Certificate Program) (12 credits)\', \'One (1) Final Project Preparation Course (1 credit)\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- a bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from an institution that is accredited by its regional accrediting association. Review transcript submitting guidelines before applying.
- either a cumulative baccalaureate grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale or a cumulative GPA of at least a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in the latter half of your baccalaureate
- to meet departmental admissions criteria
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 19,404 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,092 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 19,404 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,092 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Ball State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Ball State University
Ball State University
Muncie, United States
Ball State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-11-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months