Architectural Studies
A program that focuses on the study of architecture, cities, landscapes, designed objects, ornament, architectural photography, and material culture in diverse places and time periods, and the social and aesthetic dimensions of contemporary architecture, landscapes, and cities, emphasizing issues of sustainable environments, new forms of urbanism, and the use of digital media for visualization and analysis. Includes instruction in the fundamentals of architecture, design, environmental and sustainability studies, historic preservation, landscape architecture, studio art, and urban affairs and planning.
- Schools offering
- 9
- Annual completions
- 60
- Typical degree level
- Bachelor's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- $66k
About this major
A program that focuses on the study of architecture, cities, landscapes, designed objects, ornament, architectural photography, and material culture in diverse places and time periods, and the social and aesthetic dimensions of contemporary architecture, landscapes, and cities, emphasizing issues of sustainable environments, new forms of urbanism, and the use of digital media for visualization and analysis. Includes instruction in the fundamentals of architecture, design, environmental and sustainability studies, historic preservation, landscape architecture, studio art, and urban affairs and planning.
Where this major leads
Occupations most often associated with this major, from the federal BLS+O*NET crosswalk. Job-growth projections and median wages are national.
| Occupation | Median wage | Job growth | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture teachers, postsecondary | $101k | +2.0% | Doctoral or professional degree |
Earnings at a glance
Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.
Median 5-year earnings
$66k
Top colleges for Architectural Studies
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kent State University at Kent | Kent, OH | 0 | 15 | 15 |
| Oklahoma State University-Main Campus | Stillwater, OK | 0 | 11 | 11 |
| Smith College | Northampton, MA | 0 | 10 | 10 |
| Endicott College | Beverly, MA | 0 | 8 | 8 |
| Northeastern University | Boston, MA | 0 | 8 | 8 |
| Belmont University | Nashville, TN | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| Drexel University | Philadelphia, PA | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Rice University | Houston, TX | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Swarthmore College | Swarthmore, PA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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