Master of Architecture [M.Arch] From University of Southern California

Los Angeles, CaliforniaLocation
UniversitySchool type
Estd1880established year
45687enrollment
Private (Not for Profit)
7.8/10

Master of Architecture [M.Arch]

2 years
Full Time
On Campus

Field of Study

Ranked #65 out of 1502 by THE Global Ranking 2023

₹61.2 L/Yr

$73,888 /Yr
  • The Master of Architecture program is built on three levels. The first level is dedicated to introducing essential disciplinary knowledge and the fundamental design skills required for the NAAB-accredited degree.
  • The second level builds upon this foundation with increasingly refined vocational knowledge and advanced professional capability.
  • The final level culminates with a year of individually directed design research, with master classes and a directed design research project (thesis) focused on the student’s emergent architectural interests. 
  • This degree fully prepares graduates for the present and future professional activities in the ever-evolving field of architecture. As an accredited professional degree, it provides a solid intellectual base of knowledge in history, technology, professional practice, and theory.
  • The studios culminate in an option-based studio and directed design research sequence, pursuing exploration of advanced and emerging topics. 

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees₹6124576 (USD 73888)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Room, Food, Parking₹1625390
Total Cost₹1812224
Health Insurance₹87366
Books and supply₹99468

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

For 3 Years Program:

  • Students who have completed a four-year Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree, or its equivalent, with no prior degree in architecture, are eligible for admission to the three-year professional degree program.
  • Students require a minimum of a one-semester college-level course in physics or calculus.

For 2 Years Program:

  • Students must have a four-year architectural studies degree from a U.S. school with an accredited professional architecture program; a U.S. school that is accredited by a regional accrediting body, without an accredited professional architecture program; or an international program that is deemed equivalent.
  • Students with advanced standing are required to complete a minimum two-year residency or 4-semester units of study at USC.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Students require a 4-year Bachelor's degree or Master’s degree (for 3-year Bachelor's degree holder) earned at an institution recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC).

Note: A three-year bachelor’s degree in any subject is not considered sufficient for graduate study at the University of Southern California. 

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.


Scores Required

90 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

68 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

3.0 / 4

Minimum gpa

GPA

The GRE is not required for Spring 2023 and Fall 2023 applicants.


Required Document List

Following are the required Documents:

  • Resume/CV - This provides a summary of a student's experience and skills.
  • Higher Secondary School Certificate - The certificate provided by the education board after completion of the Higher secondary education.
  • Statement of marks - The marks statement provided by the education board.
  • Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
  • Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
  • English Language Requirement - This shows the test score of English Proficiency Exams such as IELTSTOEFL, or PTE, etc.

Ranking

20232022201920182017

Times Higher Education logo
Architecture 65 out of 1502 in Global Ranking

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

NameScholarship Per StudentLevel of StudyType
Deutschland Stipendium ProgramScholarship per student₹ 3.6 L/Yr$4,363Level Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
JN Tata Endowment ScholarshipScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyDoctorateTypeMerit-Based
Forktip Women’s- Innovation ScholarshipScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
Gyandhan ScholarshipScholarship per student₹ 1 L/Yr$1,222Level Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based
1st Formations Business ScholarshipScholarship per student₹ 66,312/Yr$800Level Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
Paul Foundation scholarshipsScholarship per student₹ 16.7 L/Yr$20,174Level Of StudyDiplomaTypeMerit-Based


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Is Duolingo accepted in USC for MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences?
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Sinbad Chongtham

The University of Southern California does not accept Duolingo as one of its ELP tests required for international admission. The university accepts various ELP tests such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, etc.

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