Higher Education

May 1, 2024

Promoting excellence in higher education for the growth and future of architecture and the profession

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Educating the next generation of architects is critical to AIA's vision to drive positive change through the power of design. 

Higher Education staff work to support education, research, equity, diversity, and inclusion, including an urgent focus on climate action through research and education.

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Career and the profession
Architecture scholarships
November 28, 2023

You’ve got big plans for your future. Scholarships and grants can help you reach them. Explore undergraduate, graduate, and ARE scholarships and grants to support tuition (up to $20K), student debt

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Partners in Education & Research
November 28, 2023

AIA is proud to partner and collaborate with numerous education and research organizations, including ACSA, AIAS, NOMA, NAAB, and NCARB.

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Medal for Academic Excellence
November 29, 2023

The AIA Medal for Academic Excellence is awarded to the top graduating students with a Bachelor of Architecture, Master of Architecture, or Doctor of Architecture from schools accredited by NAAB or

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AIA's HQ Renewal Internship
February 11, 2022

AIA’s HQ Renewal Internship program highlights the importance of agency in the built environment and empowers future architects.

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AIA K-12 Pathway Initiatives
November 30, 2023

It’s never too early to start thinking like an architect. AIA's K-12 initiatives follow a blueprint with three key goals in mind:

Inspire youth to learn about the power of design.

Nourish curiosity to

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Career and the profession
Preparing for the ARE
December 5, 2023

Explore AIA and NCARB resources to help you prepare and pass the Architect Registration Exam (ARE), one of the primary requirements for becoming a licensed architect in the United States.

AIA is excited to facilitate the connection between local AIA and AIAS chapter leadership through this interactive map.

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