Overview

The Architecture program at the University of Cincinnati is intended primarily for students already in possession of a graduate degree in architecture or a related field such as interior design, planning, or landscape architecture.

The program exposes students to a range of concepts in the field and fosters the ability to question and assess the built environment and the documents that relate to it.

Careers

The Ph.D. Program in Architecture prepares researchers, educators, and practitioners for advanced scholarly, pedagogic, and professional work in architecture and related fields.

Most graduates of the program become full-time professors or practitioners of architecture. Other career opportunities include historic preservation, public policy, curating, journalism, and institutional administration.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Architectural Theory Three
Advanced Architectural Theory Four
Contemporary Theory in Architecture
Cultural Approaches to Architecture
Critical Theory and Architecture

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-10 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

67 SCH

Post Baccalaureate Minimum Credits: 97 - 126
Post Master's Minimum Credits: 67 - 96

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cincinnati, United States

Disciplines

Architecture View 36 other PhDs in Architecture in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students applying to the Ph.D. Program in Architecture should have completed a Master's degree in architecture or a related field prior to matriculation.
Unofficial transcript(s) from all colleges/universities attended are required.
A portfolio of design, art, or other graphic work is optional. The portfolio is an opportunity to demonstrate your design abilities, artistic talents, or other information you deem pertinent to your application.
Three letters of recommendation from persons who are in a position to evaluate your abilities and your potential for success as a graduate student are required.
A summary of your academic and professional experiences and a two-page statement of your interest in graduate study in architecture are required.
Students must submit one or two writing samples demonstrating the ability to conduct scholarly research and examine theoretical concepts. The essays can expand on the areas of research interest or on any topic.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

26644 USD / year

≈ 26644 USD / year
Out-of-State

26644 USD / year

≈ 26644 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

14902 USD / year

≈ 14902 USD / year

Living costs

Cincinnati

United States

1000 - 1650 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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