INTRODUCTION

Founded in 1931, AIA New York State, has a statewide membership of over 9,000 members in 13 chapters and speaks for the interests of all registered architects in New York State. Its parent organization, The American Institute of Architects (AIA), is a nationwide, member-based organization.

AIA New York State is the voice of the architectural community and a resource for its members in service to society.

THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS 1735 NEW YORK AVENUE, NW WASHINGTON, DC 20006 1.800.AIA.3837 202.626.7300 www.aia.org

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AIA New York State (AIANYS) publishes The Schools of Architecture in New York State bi-annually, and is a guide to some of the most respected schools of architecture located within New York state.

This publication will help you become more familiar with some of the options available to you as you consider architecture or related fields as a future profession. While this publication does not provide an exhaustive list of all architecture related programs within the state, the information included in this publication will get you started, providing an overview of some the architecture industry related degree programs and what they have to offer. Additional information is available on the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) website at

https://www.naab.org/school-search-

results/?f1_6472=&f1_6481=NY.

If your high school doesn’t offer any architecture-related courses, one way to gain valuable experience is to attend a summer program provided by a college or university. These programs introduce high school students to the field and study of architecture.

It is also highly recommended that you consider getting involved in a pre-professional organization while in high school. The largest organization is The American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS). AIAS is a student-run organization that provides programs, information, and resources on issues critical to architecture and education. AIAS promotes excellence in architectural education, training, and practice; fosters an appreciation of architecture and related disciplines; enriches communities in a spirit of collaboration; and organizes students and combines their efforts to advance the art and science of architecture. Membership is open to high school and college students, interns and professionals from any country. For more information, check out the website www.aias.org.

Deciding to pursue a degree in architecture is a big decision, one that requires careful thought and consideration. With 13 chapters across New York State, we encourage you to contact your an AIA chapter near you. Simply go to the AIANYS website at www.aianys.org to find the one in your area. Many of the chapter members are more than happy to participate in career days or meet with students to discuss what they do and answer questions. Many chapters offer financial assistance in the form of scholarships to students interested in studying architecture. Contact your local chapter to find out if they offer financial aid opportunities.

We hope this publication will assist you in narrowing down your choices for schools of architecture. In order to help you make the final decision, it is important to visit the campus of every school you are interested in and to meet with someone from the architecture program.

The members of AIA New York State wish you well as you choose to continue your education and determine your future profession.