Overview

Like the Urban Design degree, the Architecture - Urban Design dual degree at Kent State University Cleveland studios in downtown Cleveland. For students choosing to begin in Cleveland, experiences include in depth engagement in the city from the onset of the program.

Key Features

Working on projects of significance within Cleveland and other regional cities allows students to focus on relevant problems. The potential for innovation is strong and the development of new ways of thinking about the problems of the city provides opportunity for students' work to have real impact.

Students have opportunities to collaborate with CUDC staff, faculty and public and private stakeholders on charrette projects as well as Master of Landscape Architecture students.

The course of study includes topics ranging from urban and architectural theory to urban finance, a class at the Cleveland State University, Levin College of Urban Affairs. The program is engaged in the city and has been recognized for its many contributions to the life of Cleveland.

Architecture - Urban Design dual degree at Kent State University culminates in a year-long capstone experience at the CUDC facility. The capstone project is similar to a thesis project and results in significant research by the students.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Graduate Design Studio

Project Programming

Theories Of Architecture

Methods Of Inquiry In Architectural Studies

Professional Practice: Real Estate And Development

Professional Practice: Contract And Planning Law

Professional Practice: Leadership, Ethics And Office Management

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Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

65 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cleveland, United States

Disciplines

Architecture Urban Planning View 214 other Masters in Urban Planning in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (starting with the fall 2026 admission term, a bachelor's degree in either design or urban-related studies is required)

Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale

Official transcript(s)

GRE scores (starting with the fall 2026 admission term, GRE scores will no longer be required)

Goal statement (include intent and background information)

Portfolio (design work should clearly indicate role in group projects)

Three letters of recommendation, with one letter from a non-academic source

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20332 USD / year

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Out-of-State

20332 USD / year

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In-State

10706 USD / year

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Living costs

Cleveland

United States

980 - 1620 USD / month

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