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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.

97Bachelor's Degree
UM University of Minnesota-Twin Cities logo
QS World #203 #50 in United States Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Architecture

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities — The Bachelor's Degree in Architecture at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities offers a comprehensive education that blends theoretical knowledge with practical skills....

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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98Bachelor's Degree
UM University of Minnesota-Twin Cities logo
QS World #203 #50 in United States Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Art

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities — The Bachelor of Arts in Art at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities offers students a comprehensive exploration of various artistic mediums, theories, and practices. T...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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99Bachelor's Degree
UM University of Minnesota-Twin Cities logo
QS World #203 #50 in United States Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Bachelor of Landscape Architecture

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities — The Bachelor of Landscape Architecture program at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to design...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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101Bachelor's Degree
UM University of Massachusetts at Amherst logo
QS World #247 #55 in United States United States

Architecture

University of Massachusetts at Amherst — The Bachelor of Architecture program at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst is a comprehensive course designed to equip students with the skills required to excel...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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102Bachelor's Degree
VU Vanderbilt University logo
QS World #250 #58 in United States United States

Architecture and the Built Environment

Vanderbilt University — The Bachelor's Degree in Architecture and the Built Environment at Vanderbilt University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of architectur...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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103Bachelor's Degree
VU Vanderbilt University logo
QS World #250 #58 in United States United States

Art

Vanderbilt University — The Bachelor of Arts in Art program at Vanderbilt University offers a comprehensive exploration of the visual arts, combining theoretical studies with practical applicati...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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104Bachelor's Degree
UV University of Virginia, Charlottesville logo
QS World #275 #61 in United States United States

Architectural History

University of Virginia, Charlottesville — Explore the Foundations of Architectural HistoryThe Bachelor's degree in Architectural History at the University of Virginia provides students with an in-depth understand...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
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106Bachelor's Degree
UV University of Virginia, Charlottesville logo
QS World #275 #61 in United States United States

Architecture

University of Virginia, Charlottesville — The Bachelor's Degree in Architecture at the University of Virginia is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the built environment and the pr...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
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Arts, Design & Architecture
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107Bachelor's Degree
UV University of Virginia, Charlottesville logo
QS World #275 #61 in United States United States

Art History

University of Virginia, Charlottesville — The Bachelor's degree in Art History at the University of Virginia explores the rich history and cultural significance of visual art across various periods and styles. Th...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
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Arts, Design & Architecture
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109Bachelor's Degree
UV University of Virginia, Charlottesville logo
QS World #275 #61 in United States United States

History of Art

University of Virginia, Charlottesville — The History of Art program at the University of Virginia offers a comprehensive exploration of visual culture from various historical perspectives. Students engage with k...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
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111Bachelor's Degree
UV University of Virginia, Charlottesville logo
QS World #275 #61 in United States United States

Studio Art

University of Virginia, Charlottesville

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112Bachelor's Degree
GU Georgetown University logo
QS World #285 #68 in United States United States

Art

Georgetown University — The Bachelor's Degree in Art at Georgetown University offers a comprehensive exploration of artistic practices, theory, and history. The program encourages students to de...

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4 yearsDuration
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113Bachelor's Degree
GU Georgetown University logo
QS World #285 #68 in United States United States

Art History

Georgetown University — The Bachelor's degree in Art History at Georgetown University offers a comprehensive exploration of art from various time periods and cultural contexts. Students will eng...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
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119Bachelor's Degree
CW Case Western Reserve University logo
QS World #294 #71 in United States United States

Art History

Case Western Reserve University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Art History at Case Western Reserve University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the visual arts from various cultural, his...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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120Bachelor's Degree
UN University of Notre Dame logo
QS World #294 #72 in United States United States

Architecture Program

University of Notre Dame — The Bachelor's Degree in Architecture at the University of Notre Dame offers a comprehensive education that blends artistic vision with technical proficiency. The program...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
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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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