Graduate Admissions
If you see yourself addressing the world’s complexities with socially responsible, sustainable architecture and design, continue your studies—and career—with NewSchool of Architecture and Design’s (NSAD) graduate degree programs.
When choosing an architecture and design graduate school, it's important to select an institution that offers flexible curriculum, engaging instruction, and the credentials you need for your industry. Offering specialized master’s degree programs, NSAD in San Diego, Calif., provides the focused curriculum that promotes sustainable design and opens the doors to the career you've envisioned.
Requirements for All Graduate Programs
- A bachelors degree from an accredited institution, documented by an official transcript or certified equivalent
- An undergraduate cumulative grade point average of 2.7
- For students seeking advanced studio placement: a portfolio for review, which is a compilation of creative work from academic, professional, or personal experience, presented in 8.5” x 11” format; see portfolio guidelines
for details - A completed application form with application fee
Program-Specific Requirements
NSAD welcomes students with both architectural and non-architectural undergraduate degrees. Program-specific requirements include:
- A five-year Bachelor of Architecture for our one-year Master of Architecture (5+1
- A bachelor’s degree in any field for our one-year Master of Science in Architecture
- A bachelor’s degree in architecture or related field for our two-year Master of Architecture (4+2)
- A bachelor’s degree in a field other than architecture for our three-year Master of Architecture (4+3).
- For Master of Landscape Architecture applicants: A statement of purpose detailing the student’s desire to study landscape architecture, what he/she attends to accomplish, and why NSAD is the right choice. Submittal of a portfolio is strongly recommended. See portfolio guidelines for details.
- A resume or CV listing educational and professional experience (see specific program for guidelines).
Apply online or contact NSAD at 619-684-8888.
