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1,659 Best Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture Programs in the United States

1,659 Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture courses are taught at 623 universities in the United States — most run 4 years. The list starts with courses at Harvard University, Cornell University and University of Chicago.

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United States

Associate Degree in Architectural CADD Drafting

Island Drafting & Technical Institute — The Associate Degree in Architectural CADD Drafting at Island Drafting & Technical Institute provides students with a robust foundation in the architectural design and dr...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
33Bachelor's Degree
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United States

Bachelor of Fine Arts

American Academy of Dramatic Arts-New York — The Bachelor of Fine Arts program at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts-New York offers a comprehensive curriculum designed for aspiring actors, directors, and writers...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
34Bachelor's Degree
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United States

Critical and Visual Studies

Pratt Institute — The Bachelor's Degree in Critical and Visual Studies at Pratt Institute-Main is designed to engage students with the complexities of visual culture and its critical inter...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
37Bachelor's Degree
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United States

Fashion Design

Pratt Institute — The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion Design at Pratt Institute is a comprehensive program that prepares students for a dynamic career in the fashion industry. Students de...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
39Bachelor's Degree
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United States

Film

Pratt Institute — The Bachelor's Degree in Film at Pratt Institute-Main offers students a comprehensive exploration of film production, theory, and criticism. The curriculum encompasses fu...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
42Bachelor's Degree
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United States

Game Arts

Pratt Institute — The Bachelor's Degree in Game Arts at Pratt Institute-Main focuses on developing the artistic and technical skills necessary for creating immersive and engaging video gam...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
43Bachelor's Degree
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United States

Game Arts

Pratt Institute — The Bachelor’s Degree in Game Arts at Pratt Institute provides students with an in-depth understanding of the intricacies of game design, storytelling, and visual arts. T...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
48Bachelor's Degree
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United States

Interdisciplinary Studies

Simmons College of Kentucky — The Bachelor’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies at Simmons College of Kentucky offers a unique academic experience that combines various fields of study to foster crit...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture

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How these courses are ranked

46 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #5 (Harvard University) to #593 (University of Central Florida); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Harvard University is cited most (146,463,495 citations). 16 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

What the courses look like

Within the subject, the largest areas are Arts, Design & Architecture (1,589), Fine Arts (36), Multimedia Design (8) and Graphic Design (6). The usual length is 4 years and null. 98% are full-time and 25 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). Pratt Institute offers the widest choice, with 27 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture in the United States?

Harvard University (QS World #5), Cornell University (QS World #13) and University of Chicago (QS World #13) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture in the United States?

Of those with published fees, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez is the least expensive at about USD 5,274 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with null the next most common.

When do Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture courses start in the United States?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture online with a university in the United States?

25 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture courses in the United States?

Pratt Institute, with 27, ahead of Humboldt State University (22).

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