BS

Architectural Technology

Learn more about studying Architectural Technology 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
    46,000USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Sep

Program overview

What New York Institute of Technology says about their program:

New York Tech is the only school of architecture and design on Long Island and the only one in the New York City area with fully accredited programs in both architecture and interior design. Our alumni comprise the largest network of licensed architects in New York state and provide an incomparable source of guidance and employment opportunities.

Our Architectural Technology, B.S. curriculum encompasses architectural design, building technology, environmental systems, and project management using advanced software and tools. You can also opt to further tailor your degree by pursuing a concentration in construction management.

Gain the critical experience you’ll need to stand out to employers through national and international design workshops, collaborative projects within the community, on-site construction observation, and summer study abroad in canonical cities around the world.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Satisfactorily completed high school (secondary school) with at least a B average or a 3.0 grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale

Some additional admission requirements may vary by academic program

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • An undergraduate degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university

English proficiency

  • IELTS Academic

    6.0

  • TOEFL iBT

    79

  • Duolingo

    105

  • PTE

    53

English proficiency waivers

  • Student is native English speaker
  • IB English Literature A HL (Higher Level)

    4

  • IB English Language and Literature A HL (Higher Level)

    4

  • Waived for students who live or were educated in one of the following countries

    American Samoa, Anguilla, Antigua, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Botswana, British Virgin Islands, Canada (Except Quebec), Cayman Islands, Dominica, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Greenland, Guam, Guyana, Ireland, Isle of Man, Jamaica, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, New Zealand, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, Sierra Leone, Singapore, South Africa, St. Helena, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, Swaziland (Eswatini), Tanzania, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, Uganda, United Kingdom, Zambia, and Zimbabwe

Documents required

Undergraduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • A 300 to 350 word essay

Graduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Official GRE or GMAT scores, if applicable to program requirements
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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    US$44,060 per year

  • Postgraduate tuition

    US$29,160 per year

Funding

First-Year Scholarships First-year students are considered for scholarships based on the strength of their applications. Students who apply to New York Tech without SAT/ACT scores will be eligible for scholarships. You may qualify for a first-year scholarship based on your GPA, average, and strength of your application.

  • 3.8+ GPA / 96+ High School Average

    US$26,000+

  • 3.5 – 3.79 GPA / 90.0 – 95.99 High School Average

    US$23,000 to US$25,000

  • 3.20 – 3.49 GPA / 84 – 89.99 High School Average

    us$21,000 to US$23,000

  • 3.00 – 3.19 GPA / 80.0 – 83.99 High School Average

    US$15,000 to US$19,000

Postgraduate Scholarships

Graduate Scholar Award (GSA)

  • Amount

    Up to US$3,000 per year

  • This award recognizes the talents of entering graduate students who have demonstrated a high level of academic achievement. It consists of up to US$3,000 per-year tuition-only credit for a maximum of three years (six semesters) of continuous full-time enrollment (nine credits). Proration may be available for applicants taking less than nine graduate level credits per semester, but you must register for at least three graduate level credits per semester for this proration.
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What is the cost of living near New York Institute of Technology?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect USA-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,652Range: $1,046 to $4,269
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,349Range: $891 to $2,857
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$214Range: $130 to $400
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$73Range: $50 to $110
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61Range: $30 to $110
Monthly public transport pass$65Range: $35 to $138
Monthly grocery basket$350Range: $250 to $500
Coffee shop drink$5Range: $3 to $9
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15Range: $11 to $23
Gym membership$45Range: $20 to $135

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for New York Institute of Technology

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.