Berkeley College
“Shaping resilient, equitable environments: design innovation for a better world.”
About Berkeley College
| Program Name | Details | |
|---|---|---|
Bachelor of Arts in Architecture Bachelor This program offers a liberal arts foundation in environmental design, with classes in architectural design, representation, construction technologies, history, and theory. Graduates are prepared for entry-level employment or graduate study in architecture or a related field. | 4 Years English $16,347 per year for in-state students, $50,547 per year for out-of-state students (2024-2025 rates). Note that these are general UC Berkeley tuition rates, and Environmental Design programs may have supplemental tuition. Deadline: Varies, check UC Berkeley Graduate Division application | |
Master of Architecture Master This program provides a comprehensive education for the practice of architecture, centered around the design studio and enriched by courses in building science and technology, sustainability, history, theory and society. The program is for those seeking their first accredited professional degree in Architecture. | 2-year track or 3-year track English Check with the department for program-specific tuition; UC Berkeley graduate tuition and fees for 2025-2026 are approximately $16,902 per year. Deadline: Varies, check UC Berkeley Graduate Division application | |
Master of Advanced Architectural Design Master This post-professional program offers an experimental studio setting, allowing students to delve deeply into research and design questions. Seminars and lectures complement the studio work, covering design theory, history, digital applications, and building technologies. | 2 Semesters English Check with the department for program-specific tuition; UC Berkeley graduate tuition and fees for 2025-2026 are approximately $16,902 per year. Deadline: Applications closed for Fall 2026 | |
Master of Science in Architecture Master This research-based, non-professional degree offers the opportunity for advanced research in specialized areas within architecture, preparing students for a range of careers. The degree emphasizes coursework and supervised independent research. | 18-24 months English Approximately $30,810 for the first year. Check with the department for program-specific tuition; UC Berkeley graduate tuition and fees for 2025-2026 are approximately $16,902 per year. Deadline: Varies, check UC Berkeley Graduate Division application | |
PhD in Architecture PhD This research-based program prepares students for careers in teaching and scholarship in architecture and related areas. Students complete coursework, research methods training, and a dissertation. | 6 years (normative time to degree) English Newly admitted doctoral students will receive funding details from their department directly after admission. In most cases, PhD funding packages include stipends and/or salary of at least $36,000 per year for five years. Check with the department for program-specific tuition; UC Berkeley graduate tuition and fees for 2025-2026 are approximately $16,902 per year. Deadline: January 5, 2027 (for Fall 2027 start) | |
Bachelor of Arts in Landscape Architecture Bachelor This program offers a strong liberal arts foundation in environmental design, focusing on landscape architectural design, visual representation, construction technologies, and the history, theory, and practices of the designed landscape. It immerses students in methods of design, histories of place making, plant identification, ecology, hydrology, and materials. | 4 years English $16,347 per year for in-state students, $50,547 per year for out-of-state students (2024-2025 rates). Note that these are general UC Berkeley tuition rates, and Environmental Design programs may have supplemental tuition. Deadline: Varies, check UC Berkeley Graduate Division application | |
Master of Landscape Architecture Master This program integrates design excellence and innovation with ecological integrity and social justice, engaging with landscapes on a range of scales. It prepares students for careers in private design firms, public agencies, and nonprofit organizations, as well as teaching positions. | 2 years English Check with the department for program-specific tuition; UC Berkeley graduate tuition and fees for 2025-2026 are approximately $16,902 per year. Deadline: Applications closed for Fall 2026 | |
Master of Urban Design Master This interdisciplinary post-professional program is for students with prior degrees in architecture, landscape architecture, or city and regional planning. It offers advanced training in urban design, focusing on urbanism and the interdependencies of buildings, landscapes, and planning. | 1 calendar year (3 semesters) English Check with the department for program-specific tuition; UC Berkeley graduate tuition and fees for 2025-2026 are approximately $16,902 per year. Deadline: December 15, 2026 (for Fall 2027 start) |
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Berkeley College Academic FAQ
Berkeley College is Shaping resilient, equitable environments: design innovation for a better world.
Berkeley College provides a comprehensive curriculum including: Bachelor of Arts in Architecture, Master of Architecture, Master of Advanced Architectural Design, Master of Science in Architecture, PhD in Architecture.
Berkeley College is situated in Berkeley, United States, offering a vibrant context for architectural study.
