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Master of Architecture, Urban Design

New York Institute of Technology

Old Westbury, United States
1 year
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Two-semester post-professional master's on urban form, Climate resilience and technology.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Critically analyse advanced concepts in Architecture
Urban Design. Evaluate topics including 30 credits over two semesters. Use appropriate evidence and methodologies to develop and present subject-relevant solutions or research.

Career outcomes

Sustainability Planner
Urban/Space Planner
Architectural Designer
Architectural Technology Manager

Curriculum

30 credits over two semesters. Studios and seminars examine urbanisation through social
Environmental and technological lenses
Using New York City as a field site
With an optional study abroad component on urban design in a global context.

Entry requirements

Academic

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Official transcripts (NACES evaluation may be required for non-US degrees)
Programme prerequisites
GRE for some programmes.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from an accredited institution, Programme-specific prerequisites, Official transcripts, NACES evaluation may be required for non-US degrees, GRE only for some programmes.

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 79
PTE Academic 53
Duolingo 105

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
English Language Test Results (If Applicable)
Credential Evaluation (If Applicable).

How to apply

Check programme requirements and deadlines
International applicants are advised to apply by 1 July (Fall) or 15 December (Spring). Apply online (50 USD fee)
PA programmes use CASPA
PT uses PTCAS
OT may use OTCAS. Upload unofficial transcripts
Send official copies and a NACES evaluation if required
English test scores. Receive the offer. Submit the affidavit of support and bank letter ($61
750-$83
350 by credit load) to receive the I-Apply for the F-1 visa.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$25,200, $33,300 USD
Application fee	$50 USD
Deposit	$500 USD

Program details

Campus	New York City
Faculty or school	School of Architecture & Design
Department	Architecture
Teaching language	English
Credit value	30
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	University scholarship eligibility, Funding and application conditions require confirmation.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
1 Dec 2026
17 days left
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 Jul 2027
229 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.