Overview

The program is located within easy access to Center City Philadelphia with its rich collection of major historical and contemporary buildings. Philadelphia also provides an ongoing laboratory for many of our courses and opportunities for internships.

The Architecture Program at Thomas Jefferson University offers multiple starting tracks. Your track will be individually decided based on your level of preparedness.

Highlights

The program ranges from a 48-credit minimum for those with advanced standing, to a 3+ year 99-credit degree program for students without previous experience.

Gain sustainable design and technology skills and a knowledge of project management.

Learn through collaborative experiences in an interdisciplinary environment.

Earn your Master of Architecture in 2-3+ years, depending on previous experience.

Take advantage of opportunities to collaborate on global projects and work with teams such as the Malawi Health & Design Collaborative.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Design

Visualization

History

Technology

Structures

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

90 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Philadelphia, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

Transcripts: Submit official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all regionally accredited institutions you have attended and/or from which you earned credit. Official transcripts can be sent electronically by the institution to enroll@jefferson.edu or mailed to the address above.

Personal Statement: Submit a statement of purpose outlining your interest in the program, how the course of study relates to your desired career path, and your academic and job-related experiences that are relevant to the program.

Letters of Recommendation: Submit two letters of reference that provide insight into your academic competence.

Résumé: A current professional résumé is required.

Portfolio: A portfolio of creative and/or professional work in architecture, the visual arts, and/or design is required as part of your application for graduate study in the Master of Architecture program.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

47560 USD / year

≈ 47560 USD / year
Out-of-State

47560 USD / year

≈ 47560 USD / year
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In-State

47560 USD / year

≈ 47560 USD / year

Living costs

Philadelphia

United States

1313 - 2284 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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