Architecture (Ph.D.)

Program Overview

The Ph.D. program in architecture prepares graduates for academic careers, research positions, or a return to professional practice. Students benefit from the expertise of faculty, research opportunities, and funding through teaching assistantships. The program attracts international students to its Mies-designed campus and fosters relationships with architecture and engineering firms in Chicago.

Program Outline

Careers:

• Graduates of the Ph.D. program in architecture typically pursue academic careers in universities, obtain positions in research institutions, or return to professional practice.

Other:

• The Ph.D. program attracts graduate students from around the world who converge on our landmark Mies-designed campus.
• Funding opportunities are available in the form of teaching assistantships, and students can benefit from our relationships with large architecture and engineering firms based in Chicago.