Architecture Degree

The architecture program at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University prepares students for careers as architectural principals, studio directors, lead designers, architectural detailers, job captains, graphic renderers, urban designers, and more. The program focuses on professional practice of architecture and conducting research in various aspects of that field. Program courses include: architectural design and history, building structures and environmentally systems, project and site planning, construction, professional responsibilities and standards, as well as related cultural, social, economic, and environmental issues. Get more details below including other Florida colleges that offer architecture degrees.

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Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU)

1 Aerospace Blvd., Daytona Beach, FL

FAMU is a public historically black institution located in Tallahassee, Florida. Most historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. As a land grant institution this school is one of the larger public institutions in the state of Florida. Approximately thirteen thousand students are enrolled yearly at FAMU.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Legal Professions And Studies
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Social Sciences

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Most students admitted to FAMU have an SAT score in a range of 1280 to 1530, or an ACT score between 18 to 22. This school has an admissions rate of about 48% of which only 52% chose to attend. More information on admissions can be found at famu.edu.

Tuition & fees at FAMU vary for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs approximately $5,700 per year and out-of-state tuition costing $19,000 annually. Student housing is available for students and costs about $5,400 each year. Some students at FAMU may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

FAMU offers a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-AA)

Students who would like to see more about Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University can visit their website at http://www.famu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Architecture Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Architectural and Engineering Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.

Architects, Except Landscape and Naval

Description

Plan and design structures, such as private residences, office buildings, theaters, factories, and other structural property.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, architects, except landscape and naval employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.9% from 2014 to 2024

Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in architecture and architectural design, such as architectural environmental design, interior architecture/design, and landscape architecture. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).