The mission of the School of Architecture at Southern Polytechnic State University is to expand and extend the College mission into the realm of architecture. The program prepares students for professional practice in the design, planning, development, and stewardship of the built environment.
The Design Foundation
The Design Foundation sequence is an introduction to the issues and
processes used by professional designers of the built environment. Students
demonstrate their understanding of course material through exercises and
simulated design projects. A basic understanding of these factors is provided
in the Design Foundation, which constitutes the first two years of the
Bachelor of Architecture degree program.
Computer Requirements
All students in the School of Architecture are required to have a lap
top computer for their individual use by the beginning of the third year.
Published requirements for the computer and software are available in the
reception office of the School of Architecture.
Admission Process
All students whether transferring from another university, or first-time
university students, must complete the Admissions process in the School
of Architecture. This process is in addition to the University Admission
requirements.
In order to be considered for admission to the Design Foundation (first year) curriculum of the School of Architecture, prospective students must contact the School of Architecture for the current year’s admission standards after being formally accepted by Southern Polytechnic State University. Prospective students may receive further specific information regarding the application process and applicable dates directly from the School of Architecture. Applications for fall semester will not be accepted after May 31.
All decisions regarding acceptance into the School of Architecture are final.
Transfer Students
Transfer students may apply for admission to the program. All transfer
students coming from an NAAB accredited program may submit a portfolio
for approval to the School of Architecture Admissions Committee no later
than 5:00 PM on the second Friday of May for possible advanced standing
in the Architecture program.
Transfer students must have a minimal transferring GPA. They must also
have current, formal acceptance to Southern Polytechnic State University
and meet the University requirements regarding transfer status. Prospective
transferring students may receive further specific information regarding
the application process and applicable dates directly from the School of
Architecture. Applications for fall semester will not be accepted after
June 15. All decisions regarding acceptance into the School of Architecture
are final.