Architecture—MArch

The architecture faculty promote stewardship, rigorous scholarship and creative problem solving in their disciplines, and encourage students to:

  • Shape places that foster whole human health
  • Explore time-honored and innovative solutions in their works
  • Seek joy, beauty, and moderation in a lifelong pursuit of learning
  • Serve mankind in accord with their professional and Christian vocation

All this for the glory of God until the risen Christ comes again.

PROGRAM LENGTH

102 credits, can be completed in 3 ½ years (although 4 years is generally advised) and is designed for those who hold an undergraduate degree in an unrelated area of study.

APPLICATION DEADLINES

Prospective students must complete the application and submit all the requirements before the deadlines listed below.

  • Fall (August–December): February 15
  • Spring (January–May): September 15 of preceding year

POINTS OF DISTINCTION

For the NAAB Statement on Accreditation please visit vaftizo.com/said/naab/

 

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

  • A bachelors degree (or non-U.S. equivalent) from an accredited institution and a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 (applicants with lower GPA may be admitted upon consideration of the composite profile).
  • Two Recommendations from professionals such as advisors, major professors and employers.
  • Resume describing employment, research or special projects.
  • GRE General test from exam taken within five years.
  • Statement of Purpose reflecting your philosophical perspective, personal, professional and academic goals, and reasons for seeking the graduate program.
  • Portfolio in an 8.5 x 11-inch format, including reproductions (no originals) that demonstrate creative ability such as drawing, painting, sketching, photography, or writing.  This is not intended to be an architectural portfolio but rather a portfolio that allows the admissions committee to evaluate creative ability.
  • TOEFL, IELTS or PTE (academic): Students whose language of education is not English must submit English proficiency test scores.

Note: If you are an undergraduate student interested in learning more about our undergraduate BSA/M.Arch. track please visit the School of Architecture website.

For more information, please visit the Admissions page.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

We are an international campus with a significant representation of international students. To learn more, please visit our International students page.

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Student Services

FINANCES

To learn about tuition costs and scholarship opportunities please visit Student Financial Services.

WE ARE HERE FOR YOU

Have questions? We have answers. Contact us!

ENROLLMENT & ADMISSION

Phone: 855-428-4723 or 269-471-6321
Email: graduate@vaftizo.com

ARCHITECTURE PROGRAM

Phone: 269-471-6003
Email: architecture@vaftizo.com