BSc

Architectural Studies

Learn more about studying Architectural Studies as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    32,978USD
  • Start date
    Jan, May, Aug

Program overview

What the University of Utah says about their program:

As a School of Architecture, we strive to do our part in the creation of a society that matches our magnificent Utah scenery. We value curiosity, adventure, risk-taking, and discovery. We understand the vital role that thoughtful, well-designed built environments have in the physical and emotional well-being of individuals and communities, and we promote empathetic responses to foster community and environmental health. We support creativity and innovation in architecture and design through critical theoretical understanding and collaborative research. We understand the power of context and the potency of the local, and we are dedicated to confronting the imperative issues of our time, including air quality, water accessibility, public health, and social equity, and to do the greatest good for our society and our world. We are proud of our long tradition of community engagement and environmental ethics, and we aspire to respond to this time and this place with optimism, cooperation, and creativity.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Students should be completing or have completed their secondary education (high school) and have not yet attended any post-secondary institution (college or university). If you have taken AP, IB or A-level coursework and received college credit, you will still apply as a freshman as long as you have not previously enrolled in another accredited post-secondary institution (college or university).

English proficiency

  • TOEFL

    80

  • IELTS

    6.5

  • ACT English score

    18

  • SAT Reading score

    27

Documents required

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Passport identification page
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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    US$33,190 per year

Funding

President's Scholarship

University merit scholarships at The University provides funding to help cover a portion of or all tuition and mandatory fees for students enrolled full-time. Based on unweighted, cumulative GPA at the time of application. The President's Scholarship award is up to $14,000 towards tuition for each academic year.
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What is the cost of living near University of Utah?

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,394
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,121
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$111
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$76
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61· USA average
Monthly public transport pass$85
Monthly grocery basket$201
Books and study supplies (monthly)$108
Coffee shop drink$6
Cinema or cultural event ticket$14
Gym membership$28

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced), numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and financialaid.utah.edu (University published).

Visa requirements for the University of Utah

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

USA student visa requirements