USC School of Architecture

Established in 1919, the USC School of Architecture offers undergraduate and graduate architectural studies in the context of a world-class research university. The first accredited school of architecture in Southern California, USC counts among its alumni, two Pritzker-Prize-winners, Frank Gehry ’84 and Thom Mayne ’69.

Undergraduate students can choose between the 5-year, professional Bachelor of Architecture, the 4-year Bachelor of Science, and the Bachelor of Science in GeoDesign. At the graduate level, the School offers Master's programs in a diverse range of disciplines (architecture, landscape architecture, building science, and heritage conservation), as well as a unique selection of dual degrees. Students at all levels can take advantage of global studies opportunities in Europe, Asia, and North & South America. Additionally, one of the particular advantages of being a USC Architecture student is the School’s relationship with the USC Architectural Guild, an organization that lends professional guidance and financial support to students, faculty, and alumni, as well as providing a vital link to the profession. All of this (and more) takes place in Los Angeles, a highly original, diverse city that challenges preconceptions and serves as an incubator for new ideas and practices.