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    Master of Landscape Architecture (M.L.A.)

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    Berkeley, USMLAIn-person3 years
    STEM-OPT
    $75,840.00
    Tuition
    over 36mo
    11%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    55
    Credits
    $155.00
    App fee

    Master of Landscape Architecture (M.L.A.) at University of California-Berkeley is a 55-credit, 3-year, in-person MLA program based in Berkeley, US. Tuition is $75,840 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program offers advanced education in landscape architecture and environmental planning from the scale of the site to the region to the ecosystem. It requires core courses emphasizing cross-scaler analysis, representation, design, and planning, with extended coursework in specialized aspects.

    Focus: coursework
    QS Architecture & Built Environment: top public US (2025)

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    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $25,200.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Landscape Architecture (M.L.A.) at University of California-Berkeley cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Landscape Architecture (M.L.A.) at University of California-Berkeley is $75,840 across 55 required credits.
    Is Master of Landscape Architecture (M.L.A.) at University of California-Berkeley online or in-person?
    Master of Landscape Architecture (M.L.A.) at University of California-Berkeley is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Landscape Architecture (M.L.A.) at University of California-Berkeley take to complete?
    Master of Landscape Architecture (M.L.A.) at University of California-Berkeley is structured around 3 years and 55 credits.
    Is Master of Landscape Architecture (M.L.A.) at University of California-Berkeley STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Landscape Architecture (M.L.A.) at University of California-Berkeley is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Master of Landscape Architecture (M.L.A.) at University of California-Berkeley?
    Master of Landscape Architecture (M.L.A.) at University of California-Berkeley reports an acceptance rate of approximately 11%.