Overview

In a rapidly changing world where unprecedented challenges emerge with ever-increasing frequency, the education of an architect must remain adaptive. The University of Colorado Denver Department of Architecture fosters the capacity to ask bold questions, take risks, think independently, and approach the work of architecture with curiosity. In doing so, we strive to be agile, flexible, visually adept thinkers and makers who contribute to addressing global challenges over a lifetime of active, inquisitive learning.

Key Facts

In September 2023, the University of Colorado Denver's Architecture graduate programme was recognized among 22 programmes from 14 institutions nationwide to receive a U.S. Department of Energy Zero Energy Design Designation. This designation recognizes college programmes that prepare students for 21st-century clean energy-building careers.

We offer two tracks for completing your Master of Architecture (M.Arch) degree based on your experience level. If you have a bachelor's degree that is not in architecture or a related bachelor's degree, you should plan on at least three years to earn your M.Arch degree. If you have a pre-professional bachelor's degree in architecture or a related design field, you may receive advanced standing credit for your previous coursework and can expect to complete your M.Arch degree in about two years. You can learn more about the curriculum for each track below.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Design Studios and Seminar

Representational Studies

Historical/Cultural Studies

Technological Studies

Professional Studies

Electives

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Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

60 credit hours - students with a pre-professional degree

105 credit hours - students without a pre-professional degree

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Denver, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Online application

Application Fee ($50 for U.S. students, $75 for International students)

Statement of purpose

Three letters of recommendation

One official copy of your transcript from each institution you have attended EXCEPT study abroad institutions

Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores are not required for the Master of Architecture programme. They are strongly encouraged if your undergraduate GPA was below a 3.0 on a 4 point scale.

International applicants must submit proof of English language proficiency.

Portfolio of creative work

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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

44670 USD / year

≈ 44670 USD / year
Out-of-State

44670 USD / year

≈ 44670 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

16710 USD / year

≈ 16710 USD / year

Living costs

Denver

United States

1310 - 2220 USD / month

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

Funding

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