MS in Architectural Studies

Official transcripts and credentials from all institutions of higher education previously attended. Please provide your official transcripts in both your country’s native language as well as English translations.

These letters should be written by people qualified to assess your past academic performance and/or professional experience, as well as your preparation and aptitude for advanced graduate studies in architecture. As a part of the application process, applicants will be asked to provide the names and contact information for individuals who have agreed to write letters on behalf of the applicant. UF will contact those individuals and provide them with a secure website allowing them to upload materials confidentially.

Applicants should prepare a digital portfolio of previous design studio work, independent projects, and/or related creative work. Applicants who have completed pre-professional degrees and are seeking admission into the advanced degree program should use your portfolio to demonstrate strength in conceptual design, critical thinking, and understanding of architectural conventions (including plan, section, elevation, three-dimensional diagrams, renderings, physical models, etc). For applicants without extensive backgrounds in architecture, the portfolio should demonstrate any related visual and/or conceptual thinking skills. This may include freehand drawing, painting, photography, furniture design, construction, free verse, critical writing, etc. For the portfolio, there is no limit on the number of pages and no minimum or maximum number of projects to be included, although the final file must be small enough that it can be sent as an email attachment. Preferred page size is 8 1/2″ x 11″, saved as a series of 2-page spreads. Please use Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) format for your portfolio.

This should include a summary of education, work experience, awards/recognition, publications, etc.

Please describe your motives and goals in pursuing a graduate education in architecture, as well as any intended focus or specialization. What are you looking for in your graduate studies? What educational and/or life experiences will you bring with you? Why are you applying to the University of Florida?