Pre-Architecture

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    Pre-professional

Why study Pre-Architecture at Gustavus?

It’s where form meets function. It's how creativity drives sustainability. Our core academic classes build exceptional visual literacy skills and a practical understanding of how to design spaces for the 21st century. You'll dig into concepts that include spatial design, construction technology, and environmental issues, and assemble a studio arts portfolio that showcases your talent.

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Program Overview

What should I major in if I am considering Pre-Architecture? Popular majors include:

The Pre-Architecture program is supported by faculty advisor bbyers [at] gustavus.edu (bbyers[at]gustavus[dot]edu).

Course Examples

Course Examples

Here's some courses you could take

Studying Pre-Architecture at Gustavus, you are able to choose your major and courses based on your interest and career goals. Here are examples of common classes taken by a Pre-Architecture student.

  • T/D-223 Computer-Aided Drafting and Design
  • T/D-323 Advanced Computer-Aided Drafting and Design
  • ART-110 Drawing - Techniques and Theories
  • ART-220 Introduction to Graphic Desigm
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What career paths are common after pursuing Pre-Architecture at Gustavus?

What career paths are common after pursuing Pre-Architecture at Gustavus?

A degree from Gustavus provides you with the foundation you need to specialize in certain areas after completing graduate school. Here are examples of what Gustie alumni pursue:

  • Urban Planner
  • Landscape Architect
  • Restoration Architect
  • Lighting Architect

$82,840 Average salary 5 years post graduation
— Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer from the U.S. Census Bureau

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After Gustavus

After Gustavus

Gusties who pursue Pre-Architecture are prepared for a variety of different jobs and graduate programs at some of the best programs in the country. Here’s where some of our recent grads have landed in school and where they work afterwards:

  • Columbia University
  • University of Minnesota
  • University of Kansas
  • School of the Art Institute of Chicago
  • Rhode Island School of Design
  • The University of British Columbia
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