Architectural Studies

Architectural studies promotes innovation in the built environment around us. Students learn the skills and acquire the experiences needed to create innovative buildings and landscapes that inspire people, shape their perception of the world around them and transform communities.

The Kean architecture degree program emphasizes knowledge of humanist values in an age of increasing globalization. Critical thinking, knowledge of architectural history and theory, along with direct observation and analysis of the built environment are its hallmarks.

World-renowned architect and designer Michael Graves helped design the program. His principles are part of the curriculum, which includes a semester in Rome for third-year students.

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Kean architecture students like Kamila Diaz are taking strides toward their professional goals.

What Will You Learn as an Architectural Studies Major?

You will develop the skills to take your projects from concept to design, creating projects that integrate architecture into the lives of people and communities.

Understand the principles and practice of architectural design
Create and design projects in your own dedicated student workspace
Evaluate project objectives, requirements and budgets to meet client needs and improve the built environment
Collaborate with Michael Graves College students in graphic design, industrial design, and interior design and at Wenzhou-Kean University in China
Build a professional network through real-world projects with private and public clients and internships at leading architectural firms

B.A. in Architectural Studies

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The professors help us every step of the way from developing our concept to making us think critically about what we are doing and why we are doing it. They are all available to help us with our portfolio, resumes, finding internships, and even if we just need someone to talk to. They all want us to do well.

Thomas Ciano

Class of 2020

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At Kean, we believe learning extends far beyond the walls of our classrooms and labs. That's why we encourage you to get involved in clubs and organizations, study abroad at our campus in China or elsewhere and pursue internships that will advance your career. Find out more.

K•Labs

This faculty-led design studio creates real solutions for public organizations and agencies, and nonprofits. K•Labs employs students to deliver creative and practical solutions to spatial, branding and environmental challenges.

Semester in Rome

Follow in Michael Graves footsteps and study in Rome. A required part of the architecture curriculum, third-year students spend a semester in Rome observing, drawing and measuring its buildings, and analyzing the principles behind them.

A group of Kean studies studying in Rome.

Michael Graves Warehouse

The Warehouse, the iconic home of the late Michael Graves in Princeton, was gifted to Kean and now serves as an education center for architecture and design students, with seminars for advanced students, salons for key academic leaders and professionals, and small conferences.