Architecture and Community Planning (ARCP)
Graduate Certificate Program
School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation
Abstract
The dual degree combines course work from the Architecture and Urban Studies and Planning programs to enable a student to complete both the Master of Architecture and Master of Community Planning degrees with fewer credits than it would take to complete the two separately.
Students of the dual-degree program acquire specialized knowledge tailored to understanding the urban environment from several perspectives. Students learn how social, economic and political forces have led to the development of human habitats. The emphasis on urban design in the dual-degree program yields an education that is particularly applicable for persons interested in the revitalization of metropolitan areas and their center cities.
Applicants for the dual degree in Architecture and Community Planning should use the following four-letter code on the online application: ARCP
Contact
Mohammad Gharipour
Director
School of Architecture, Planning & Preservation
Architecture Program
1228 Architecture Building
3835 Campus Drive
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
Telephone: 301.405.8000
Email: mgr@umd.edu
Clara E. Irazábal Zurita, Arch., M.Sc., M.Arch., Ph.D.
Director
School of Architecture, Planning & Preservation
Urban Studies and Planning Program
1244 Architecture Building
3835 Campus Drive
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
Telephone: 301.405.6290
Email: irazabal@umd.edu
Website: http://www.arch.umd.edu
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
- Statement of Purpose (students should discuss specific interest in pursuing a concurrent dual degree within two programs)
- Transcript(s)
- TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students)
PROGRAM-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
- Letters of Recommendation (3)
- CV/Resume
- Portfolio
- Writing Sample (optional)
- Must be admitted by both programs to pursue dual degree
APPLICATION DEADLINES
| Type of Applicant | Fall Deadline | Spring Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic Applicants | ||
| US Citizens and Permanent Residents | January 17, 2025 | N/A |
| International Applicants | ||
| F (student) or J (exchange visitor) visas; A,E,G,H,I and L visas and immigrants | January 17, 2025 | N/A |
RESOURCES AND LINKS:
Program Website: arch.umd.edu/arch/dual-degrees-arch
Application Process: gradschool.umd.edu/admissions/application-process/step-step-guide-applying