Overview

Students are challenged to:

frame architectural inquiries within social, cultural, and interdisciplinary contexts with an emphasis on Asia and the Pacific and tropical climates;

investigate local/global relations evidenced in theory and practice with an emphasis on the quality of the built and natural environment;

critically test and expand the definitions of and relationships between the academy and the profession;

use research as a basis for the grounding of design and as a primary means of expanding knowledge in the discipline;

participate with local and international partners in applied design research and community outreach projects; and

Investigate the unique Hawaiian sense of place and its applicability to other international locations.

The program culminates in a capstone project combining research and design. The school’s Asia-Pacific focus is integrated into the curriculum including studio, architectural history, and elective courses. The program therefore aims to prepare students to serve as future professional leaders able to address critical architectural issues specific to the region.

Mission

The School of Architecture at University of Hawaii at Manoa responds to our unique tropical location in the Asia Pacific Region and practices its kuleana [“the right or value to a virtuous purpose, responsibility, duty, or obligation”] to advocate cultural, environmental, and social diversity.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Complex Advanced Design

Building

Contemporary Design

Urban Design

Research Methods

Design

Comprehensive Studio

Advanced Professional Practice

Asia-Pacific Architecture

History & Theory

Research Seminar

Capstone Studio

Capstone Research

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Architecture View 299 other Masters in Architecture in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Hold or expect to hold prior to matriculation a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university, or an equivalent degree from a recognized non-U.S. institution of higher education.

Submit a copy of the passport identification pages, or a copy of the national identification card if a passport is not available.

Submit one transcript or academic record from each institution of higher education attended, including any study abroad or exchange programs, summer programs, and non-degree work and extension programs.

Applicants whose native language is not English are required to take English Language Proficiency.

Show proof of sufficient funding to cover all educational and living expenses, including expenses for any accompanying spouse or children.

Tuition Fee

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International

44864 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22432 USD per semester during 48 months.
National

44864 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22432 USD per semester during 48 months.
In-State

20800 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10400 USD per semester during 48 months.

Living costs for Honolulu

1640 - 2500 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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