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    Master of Architecture

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    Charlottesville, USMArchIn-person3 years
    STEM-OPT
    $94,500.00
    Tuition
    over 36mo
    61%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    51
    Cohort
    students
    99
    Credits
    $80.00
    App fee

    Master of Architecture at University of Virginia-Main Campus is a 99-credit, 3-year, in-person MArch program based in Charlottesville, US. Tuition is $94,500 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program provides a rigorous architectural education through design studios, history, theory, building technology, visualization, computation, urbanism, and professional practice courses. It focuses on innovative architecture in the context of the global city, with research studios on topics like design and technology, next cities, cultural landscapes, social justice, new ecologies.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 10, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL: 250 (computer-based exam) or 90 (internet-based exam)
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS: 7.0 overall band score

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $25,282.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Architecture at University of Virginia-Main Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Architecture at University of Virginia-Main Campus is $94,500 across 99 required credits.
    Is Master of Architecture at University of Virginia-Main Campus online or in-person?
    Master of Architecture at University of Virginia-Main Campus is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Architecture at University of Virginia-Main Campus take to complete?
    Master of Architecture at University of Virginia-Main Campus is structured around 3 years and 99 credits.
    Is Master of Architecture at University of Virginia-Main Campus STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Architecture at University of Virginia-Main Campus is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Master of Architecture at University of Virginia-Main Campus?
    Master of Architecture at University of Virginia-Main Campus reports an acceptance rate of approximately 61%.