Boston Architectural College
BAC
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Boston Architectural College (BAC), first established in 1889 as the Boston Architectural Club, offers a selection of specialized, high-level undergraduate and graduate degrees. The institution focuses on architecture, interior architecture, landscape architecture and design studies and is the largest private college in New England for spatial design.
BAC is accredited by various associations with a reputation for excellence, including the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB), the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA), and the Landscape Architecture Accreditation Board (LAAB).
91 percent of current students at BAC are in some form of professional employment while they study, enabling them to earn both a salary and industry experience as they develop their knowledge and skills. As a result, students emerge well-prepared to enter the modern workforce.
BAC strives to be a pioneer of accessible and affordable academic and experiential education. It offers flexibility for students to study online, allowing for full-time work to fit around their degree studies.
Home to a passionate learning body of 750 architecture and design students, including an international student base from 54 different countries, BAC offers a diverse and close-knit community in which students live, work, and study. The campus is centrally located in Boston and is well-connected to the rest of the USA by public transport, with the city even boasting its own international airport.
In the Niche College Rankings (2025), BAC is ranked in the top ten colleges to study architecture in the USA.
From 2024, the Master of Interior Architecture will be offered both on-site and online at BAC. Since piloting the USA鈥檚 first NAAB-accredited online Master of Architecture program, BAC has become a leader in online education and accessible options for students all over the world.
The Online Master of Interior Architecture features the same curriculum that is taught on-campus, but in a remote format, enabling students to create interior spaces that prioritize human health, well-being, sustainability, and adaptability.
This CIDA-accredited program emphasizes sustainability and environmental consciousness to contribute to a better designed and more inclusive world.
The Department of International Student Services will run its popular mentor-mentee program for a second year. This program allows new students to seamlessly transition into life in Boston and provides opportunities for current students to earn their practice hours.
Mentors (current students) are paired with mentees (new students) to answer questions about the program, school life, and life in Boston in general. This program helps build strong connections and relationships that students maintain throughout their time at the BAC and beyond.
In 2023, the US Department of Homeland Security designated landscape architecture a STEM program, highlighting the important role the profession plays in creating green spaces that enhance urban environments and alleviating negative impacts of climate change.
Eligible F-1 students of STEM degrees who complete their study program and participate in regular post-completion OPT (often for 12 months) may apply for a 24-month STEM OPT extension.
US$27,470 Undergraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, for details
US$21,528 Postgraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, for details
US$4,467 Living costs Source:
US$9,804 To live on campus Source:
A number of are made available to current and incoming students at the Boston Architectural College every year. Students are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria for scholarships, awards and grants prior to application.
BAC awards a total of USD 100,000 in Dean's Awards annually. The Dean鈥檚 Award is a competitive partial scholarship granted to incoming students.
The Dean鈥檚 Award is renewable for the duration of a student's program at the BAC. Students are automatically considered for this award if they complete their application for admission to BAC by February 15th for the fall semester, or October 15th for the spring semester.
The Boston Architectural College offers its talented and deserving students a number of scholarships, honors, and awards to help make paying for college easier and more accessible to students from all backgrounds.
BAC follows an inclusive admission policy that provides broad access to exceptional design education to students from a wealth of different backgrounds. Admission decisions are made throughout the year on a rolling basis.
vary based on level of entry:
Students may also choose to submit a portfolio or creative sample of their work as part of their application.
English proficiency
Students whose native language is not English must submit . The minimum accepted level is an overall IELTS score of 6.5, or an equivalent qualification.
BAC also accepts TOEFL, Duolingo, Pearson Test of English Academic, Kaplan Test of English (KTE), and Cambridge English: Advanced test scores.
BAC may also consider attendance at an IB school for a minimum of three years, college/university for a minimum of two years, and/or other situations as proof of English proficiency.
At BAC, classroom and practical learning go hand-in-hand. Alongside lectures and on-campus studio experiences, students acquire vital professional experience through real-world employment and hands-on projects, earning credit and building compounding skills in both settings.
BAC boasts a diverse and experienced faculty, made up of over 300 practicing architects, interior designers, landscape architects, and other design-related experts. As a consequence, students receive a top-quality design education, steeped in the practicalities of real-world experience.
Practice hours
BAC has a stated mission to provide excellence in design education emerging from practice and accessible to diverse communities. As a result, in order to complete the applied learning element of their education, BAC students earn by acquiring professional design skills through employment.
The Practice Department provides professional advice and a range of resources to help students identify their career goals and determine the appropriate steps towards developing and realizing those ambitions. Staff meet with learners on a one-on-one basis to assess their practice work and offer feedback, helping students to fine-tune their skills and develop a clear strategy to achieve their goals.
Boston Architectural College offers ten graduate and undergraduate for international students.
The college features four expert , through which students learn the knowledge and skills they need to excel in a career in architecture or design.
The School of Architecture offers both bachelor鈥檚 and master鈥檚 degrees in architecture, which integrate ongoing, real-world design practice into their curricula. Programs are accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board.
The School of Interior Architecture鈥檚 undergraduate and graduate programs in interior architecture prepare learners to become NCIDQ-certified interior designers. Students benefit from creative studios and real-world practical experience.
Landscape architecture programs at BAC are delivered through the School of Landscape Architecture. These bachelor鈥檚 and master鈥檚 programs train students to handle contemporary urban problems in architecture and landscape design.
The School of Design Studies offers master鈥檚 programs in a wide array of design disciplines, including human health, historical preservation, and sustainable design, to prepare students for careers in the rapidly evolving design professions.
BAC offers a wide range of industry standard and cutting-edge technology to create an educational experience that supports both students' academic and work-based projects.
Technical resources include:
All computer labs are maintained and supported by experienced technicians and specialists.
BAC鈥檚 expansive library offers a rich variety of learning materials, including electronic, print, and visual image resources. These are made available through its four facilities.
Dismantled and reassembled piece by piece in the current building, the library also includes the Memorial Library (walls, books, furniture, and all), originating from the Boston Architectural Club and containing historical architectural volumes dating back to the 1600s.
The Materials Library houses thousands of physical material samples including carpets, ceramic tiles, fabrics, furniture, and more.
The Office of Student Life is on hand to provide assistance and guidance on all matters relating to . The team can advise on reputable off-campus housing options, as well as a residential option with food plans.
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Boston, Massachusetts, USA
