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How long does it usually take to become an Architect?
I'm curious to see how long it might take to become one.
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Gina’s Answer
Hello Lucion!
My name is Gina Roca and I'm an architecture graduate student at the University of Florida. As an architecture student, I completely understand your concern and how important it is to understand the pathway you will follow. Here is some advice:
1. When it comes to how long it can take to pursue architecture in college alongside all your credits depends on the college institution you go to. If you go through the process of a 2 + 2 + 2 program you may see yourself taking up to 6 years of architecture and gaining your license as well. Other colleges may offer a 5-year continuous program that can also help you reach this goal or if you simply find the right university, you can receive all these things in a 4-year bachelor's program.
2. Not only does the school schedule play a factor but you also want to make sure what is the pace you want to go to in the field. Some people sometimes have to take gap years or space out their courses during the field but do take into consideration that some courses are by semester and it can take a long time to catch up if you miss out.
3. Additionally, other people may want to speed up the process even more and those individuals may look for summer classes or take classes at other institutions while completing their bachelors so they can get as many credits as possible for their intended goal. Sometimes you can take courses that are more about the history or theory of architecture over the summer and in some other cases, you can take Design 1 and Design 2 in a sped-up course for a summer semester as well. It all depends on what you feel comfortable with.
4. You also have to consider the competitiveness of the degree so if for some reason during your "Pin-Up" process you don't move forward to complete the major or get accepted into graduate school, often you may have to wait up to a few months or a year to be able to re-apply again and continue. So do consider that.
5. Lastly, take your time, you don't have to rush through the process because it can be very overwhelming if you do and it can affect your success if you are not ready. Partner with your college advisor for the major and express to them your path of intent so that you can create the most efficient plan possible.
Hope this information helps understand this very important topic!
Best regards,
Gina Roca
My name is Gina Roca and I'm an architecture graduate student at the University of Florida. As an architecture student, I completely understand your concern and how important it is to understand the pathway you will follow. Here is some advice:
1. When it comes to how long it can take to pursue architecture in college alongside all your credits depends on the college institution you go to. If you go through the process of a 2 + 2 + 2 program you may see yourself taking up to 6 years of architecture and gaining your license as well. Other colleges may offer a 5-year continuous program that can also help you reach this goal or if you simply find the right university, you can receive all these things in a 4-year bachelor's program.
2. Not only does the school schedule play a factor but you also want to make sure what is the pace you want to go to in the field. Some people sometimes have to take gap years or space out their courses during the field but do take into consideration that some courses are by semester and it can take a long time to catch up if you miss out.
3. Additionally, other people may want to speed up the process even more and those individuals may look for summer classes or take classes at other institutions while completing their bachelors so they can get as many credits as possible for their intended goal. Sometimes you can take courses that are more about the history or theory of architecture over the summer and in some other cases, you can take Design 1 and Design 2 in a sped-up course for a summer semester as well. It all depends on what you feel comfortable with.
4. You also have to consider the competitiveness of the degree so if for some reason during your "Pin-Up" process you don't move forward to complete the major or get accepted into graduate school, often you may have to wait up to a few months or a year to be able to re-apply again and continue. So do consider that.
5. Lastly, take your time, you don't have to rush through the process because it can be very overwhelming if you do and it can affect your success if you are not ready. Partner with your college advisor for the major and express to them your path of intent so that you can create the most efficient plan possible.
Hope this information helps understand this very important topic!
Best regards,
Gina Roca
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Hassan’s Answer
Generally you would need to get a Bachelor and Master degree plus local state licensing exams etc. So in theory that would take at least 5-6 years.
However according to https://halajianarch.com/how-to-become-an-architect-designer/#:~:text=It%20usually%20takes%20at%20least,to%20take%20the%20ARE%20Exam. it may take 8 years if schooling and work experience to pass the State licensing exams.
https://www.cab.ca.gov/candidates/becoming_a_licensed_architect/pathways.shtml shows what paths are available in California but these may vary from state to state.
However according to https://halajianarch.com/how-to-become-an-architect-designer/#:~:text=It%20usually%20takes%20at%20least,to%20take%20the%20ARE%20Exam. it may take 8 years if schooling and work experience to pass the State licensing exams.
https://www.cab.ca.gov/candidates/becoming_a_licensed_architect/pathways.shtml shows what paths are available in California but these may vary from state to state.