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Graduate Applicants

Please review the following carefully:

  • All applicants to the graduate program in architecture must submit a portfolio of creative work.
  • Individuals applying to dual degree programs must be accepted in all relevant departments and meet all relevant departmental deadlines.
  • Priority admission and scholarship consideration is given to complete Department of Architecture applications received by January 15. The department will continue to accept applications until the fall 2012 class is complete..

Online Applications

Applicants to the graduate program in architecture must apply to the Department of Architecture. Applicants may apply online using GRADMIT:

Completed Applications

In addition to applying online or via paper, admission into the graduate programs requires the materials shown below.

Completed materials should be sent to:

Admissions
Department of Architecture

University at Buffalo
114 Diefendorf Hall
Buffalo, NY 14214-8032

Official Transcripts

Official transcripts bearing an original seal of the registrar from all postsecondary educational institutions that you have attended must be sent directly from those institutions to the department office. It often takes 2-4 weeks to complete this process, so be certain to allow sufficient time. Current University at Buffalo undergraduate students need not send UB transcripts, but should send transcripts for any other institutions they have attended.

Three Recommendations

Applicants should identify on the application form the names of persons who will be writing recommendations. You are strongly encouraged to find academic recommendations. Letters of recommendation may be submitted electronically through GRADMIT.

Application Fee

All applications must be accompanied by a nonrefundable check or money order made payable to the University at Buffalo in the amount of $75 (credit card can/should be used for online applications)..

Statement

In 500 words or less, state your current position about the discipline of architecture. Please be specific about influential courses, instructors, books, personal or professional experiences, and goals.

Portfolio

The portfolio is a means of presenting your best work to be analyzed by a review committee. It must be representative of the person submitting it. It stands or falls on its own merit.

Graduate Record Exam

The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is required.

Resume

Applicants must submit a resume that outlines their work and educational experience.