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    Master of Landscape Architecture

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    College Park, USMLAIn-person3 years
    STEM-OPT
    $56,400.00
    Tuition
    over 36mo
    51%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    14
    Cohort
    students
    68
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Master of Landscape Architecture at University of Maryland-College Park is a 68-credit, 3-year, in-person MLA program based in College Park, US. Tuition is $56,400 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program covers landscape architectural history, theory, natural and cultural systems, design methodologies, planning, site design, construction, plants, professional practice, and advanced technologies through lecture and studio courses, culminating in a master's thesis research or creative project.

    Focus: both

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    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL score minimum: 96 total full admission; 88-95 total bridge program (follows Graduate School requirements: Total 96; Reading 26, Listening 24, Speaking 22, Writing 24)
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS score minimum: 7 overall full admission; 6.5 total bridge program (follows Graduate School requirements: Overall 7; Reading 7, Listening 7, Speaking 6.5, Writing 7)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $17,724.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Landscape Architecture at University of Maryland-College Park cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Landscape Architecture at University of Maryland-College Park is $56,400 across 68 required credits.
    Is Master of Landscape Architecture at University of Maryland-College Park online or in-person?
    Master of Landscape Architecture at University of Maryland-College Park is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Landscape Architecture at University of Maryland-College Park take to complete?
    Master of Landscape Architecture at University of Maryland-College Park is structured around 3 years and 68 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Landscape Architecture at University of Maryland-College Park?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 or higher GPA
    Is Master of Landscape Architecture at University of Maryland-College Park STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Landscape Architecture at University of Maryland-College Park is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.