Overview

Developed around the philosophy that successful stewardship comes from the collaboration between design professionals, policy and science experts, and members of the community, the Architecture graduate program from Catholic University of America takes an interdisciplinary approach that builds on the University’s rich heritage as a graduate and research center.

Careers

The professional and post-professional programs at the School of Architecture and Planning give students the opportunity to examine architecture and its role in contemporary culture through art, science, and history while furthering their study through observation, analysis, and synthesis.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sacred Space/Cultural Studies

Technology and Media in Architecture and Interiors

Real Estate Development

Urban Practice

Classical Architecture and Urbanism

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

60 SCH

Path A (architecture degree): 60 credits

Path B (no architecture degree): 111 credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Washington, D. C., United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.8

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Language proficiency

Catholic University application and fee

Statement of Purpose (typically one or two pages covering academic and professional goals)

Resume

Three (3) letters of reference, including at least one non-academic.

Unofficial Transcript from each college or university attended. Unofficial Transcripts in a language other than English must be accompanied by a certified translated version.

Official transcripts are required upon acceptance.

A minimum of a 2.8 GPA in undergraduate studies is required, though a 3.0 GPA is strongly desired.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

50700 USD / year

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Out-of-State

50700 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

50700 USD / year

≈ 50700 USD / year

Living costs

Washington, D. C.

United States

1705 - 2975 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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