Students majoring in architectural studies gain exposure to the conceptual content of architecture within a liberal arts framework. You can choose to focus on architectural history, theory, design, or technology. You will gain skills in critical thinking and understanding the ways in which we inhabit and shape the material world.
Sample Courses: ARPL 314: Introduction to Architectural Theory ARPL 101: Architecture Foundations I: Introduction to Architecture ARPL 211: History of Architecture I
Potential Careers: Architect Interior Designer Urban and Regional Planner
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
September 2025
School of Architecture and Planning
Crough Center for Architectural Studies,
620 Michigan Avenue NE,
WASHINGTON,
District Of Columbia,
20064, United States
International students applying to Catholic University must have successfully completed a university preparatory course of study at a secondary school (a minimum of 12 years of primary and secondary school training comprising the equivalent to a U.S. high school diploma).
Acceptable Test Scores
TOEFL - 80 Internet (should have at least 20 out of 30 in each category); 150 Paper; 213 Computer.
IELTS - 6.5 (individual test module scores are also reviewed in addition to the overall score to ensure proficiency)
Duolingo - 105
PTE - 58
Application deadline for Fall semester (Sept. to Dec.): Nov. 1 - Early Action and Early Decision I application deadline; Feb. 1 - Regular Decision and Early Decision II application deadline.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Catholic University is an academically and spiritually driven research university with a diverse student population, based in Washington, D.C., USA
