Applicants to the Master of Landscape Architecture program will be considered for admission on an individual basis. Plans of study will be developed to take into account previous academic and professional experiences. Applicants must submit the following:
- Application Form and Fee
- Official Transcript
- Three Letters of Reference
- GRE Scores
- TOEFL Scores
- Residency Statement
- Personal Data Form
- Portfolio
Application Form and Fee
Application forms are available online. The fee is $65 for U.S. applicants and $75 for international applicants. Checks for application must be made out to "North Carolina State University" in U.S. dollars for the amount specified.
Official Transcript
Applicants should upload an unofficial transcript for each institution attended into their online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted.
Three Letters of Reference
Provide recommendations from at least three people who know your academic record and potential for graduate study. Online recommendation forms are contained in the online application. If, however, you elect to submit offline recommendations (paper), please send to Graduate Admissions, NC State University, College of Design, Campus Box 7701, Raleigh, NC 27695-7701.
GRE Scores
Graduate Record Examination/GRE scores are required if NO previous design degree.
TOEFL Scores
Foreign language students only must provide Test of English as a Foreign Language/TOEFL score of at least 550/213 in order to be accepted into the Graduate School. International students should review other information and requirements.
Residency Statement
Provide a residency statement if claiming North Carolina for tuition purposes.
Personal Data Form
Provide a completed Personal Data Form for the Department of Landscape Architecture.
Portfolio
The portfolio should show the applicant's creative potential and breadth of experience through a collection of graphic, photographic, and written material. The preferred format for all photos is 8-1/2" by 11". Portfolios will be returned if an envelope with sufficient postage is included. The best qualified applicants will be accepted up to the number of spaces that are available for new students. Exceptions to the minimum 3.0 grade-point average may be made for students with special backgrounds, abilities and interests.
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