Sir My daughter is persuing her 4th year B. Arch course . In the 5th year she has to do internship & then may be project work. I would like her to do M. Arch in a foreign university. Can you guide me on this.

Ans: In the field of M.Arch (Master of Architecture), top-paying specializations often include Urban Design, Sustainable Architecture, and Landscape Architecture. Renowned colleges globally, such as Harvard University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and ETH Zurich, offer esteemed M.Arch programs. In India, institutions like the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), School of Planning and Architecture (SPA), and CEPT University are well-regarded.

While traditional M.Arch programs are primarily offered as full-time courses, some universities, like Boston Architectural College, Arizona State University, Rochester Institute of Technology, etc., may provide part-time or online arrangements. However, verifying the recognition and accreditation of any part-time or correspondence M.Arch programs is crucial to ensuring they meet industry standards and licensing requirements. You can check universities and their accreditations for accurate and up-to-date information on "College Vidya".

Ans: Hello Sanjay. Thank you for reaching out to us. Congratulations to your daughter on being accepted by some prestigious universities in the US. All three universities your daughter has been admitted to—Northeastern University in Boston, Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc) in Los Angeles, and Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT) in Chicago—are reputable institutions with distinct strengths in architectural education. The choice of university will depend on what your daughter prefers in her choice of program, career aspiration, choice of subjects, learning style,etc.
All 3 universities focus on well-rounded architectural education by emphasizing experimentation, creative exploration, and cutting-edge design facilities. Your daughter can expect to study in a vibrant environment with the latest equipment, including design studios, technical labs, and a lot more.

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Ans: The National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) is a compulsory entrance examination for B.Arch programs. It is conducted by the Council of Architecture. JEE Main (Paper-II) is another commonly required exam for B.Arch admissions. Some universities also have their own specific entrance exams for B.Arch programs. First talk about your daughter's performance in this competitive exam, then only counselling can be given.

Ans: Manish Sir, With a 97.2 percentile in JEE Main Paper 2, your daughter is well-placed for B.Arch admissions. She stands a realistic chance at top NITs (like NIT Trichy, Calicut, or Bhopal) and some CFTIs, especially in later rounds or with category/home state quota. Admission to SPAs is highly competitive, but she should still apply. Broaden options by applying to state and private colleges using both JEE and NATA scores (if she had appeared for this too). Participate actively in JoSAA and relevant state counselling, and prepare a strong portfolio if required. Research each institute’s faculty, campus, and placement records before finalizing. All the best for your daughter's admission and a bright future!

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