
About the Program
Design and shape the world around you, while also learning about the people, places, programs, and purposes of buildings and human environments. You will become an innovative problem solver and build skills in a broad spectrum of visual communication tools and methods, design technologies, and design information management.
The Polytechnic Approach
In the architecture program, you’ll take designs from initial sketches to structural models. You will balance aesthetic concepts with structural considerations and design details with economic choices. Studio courses will provide collaborative environments with project-focused instruction, while lectures introduce topics that impact architectural design. Our integrative, learn by doing approach, internship experiences and strong industry connections will develop you into a lateral, creative thinker and prepare you for careers in various sectors, allowing you to make a difference in the built environment.
Career Outcomes
Courses
The architecture program consists of a five-year curriculum focused on the design laboratory. The studio sequence consists of four segments: a three-year basic core, three-semester topic studios and a two-semester long culminating senior project. Lecture classes in Architecture Theory and History, Human Behavior, Professional Practice, Programming, Sustainability, Building Technology, Structures, Codes and Digital Media are closely coordinated with the studio sequence, and students are expected to demonstrate their knowledge of these areas in their design projects.

Accreditation
Design the Built Environment
The Bachelor of Architecture program is accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB).
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Peter J. Pitassi Design Scholarship
The Pitassi Scholarship is open to high-achieving freshmen and sophomore architecture students interested in the role of housing in community development. Awardees are also eligible for consideration of a paid internship over the summer with a private development firm.


Featured Faculty
Irma Ramirez focuses on community-based design, design-build, interdisciplinary practice and service learning. She collaborates with CPP's Habitat 21 Sustainable Settlements Project and founded the ENV China Program in Beijing.Irma Ramirez Professor, Architecture