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Architectural Studies

Designs heal. Or inspire. Or preserve historical integrity. Architects do more than draft blueprints. They build and define entire communities.

At SIU Carbondale, you'll learn from licensed, renowned architects in our highly selective program. Your teachers and mentors here will foster civic involvement, facilitate project management experience and guide you through the holistic design process—while encouraging personal research interests and channeling individual creativity.

Discover your own unique visual voice—alongside award-winning faculty and collaborative peers—in a positive, passion-driven studio atmosphere.

Bachelor's Program

Our Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies program prepares you for entry-level positions in architecture or related fields.

With your degree, you could work for an architecture company as a draftsman, or work with a contractor. Most graduates go on to complete a Master of Architecture and become licensed architects.

Master's Program

Our master's program offers three different pathways for students which all lead to the accredited Master of Architecture.

On-Campus
Online
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The resulting degree qualifies students for the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) certification.

Accreditation

Our Architecture programs are accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board and our masters program qualifies students for the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) certification.

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