School of Architecture

Program Requirements

Students enrolled in the first four-year segment of the program must meet UH Mânoa General Education Core requirements, and maintain UH Manoa academic standards. Enrolled students wishing to enter the second three-year segment of the program must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA and successfully complete a portfolio review process.

Students in the second three-year segment of the program must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and make reasonable academic progress. Students whose cumulative GPA falls below 3.0 are placed on academic probation. Upon completion of the probationary semester if the cumulative GPA is not raised to 3.0, or if special conditions established by the associate dean are not met, the student may be dismissed or suspended from the program.

Special Requirements

All students are required to have their own personal computer for completion of required coursework. A laptop computer is strongly recommended. Software may be required to be purchased by students for the successful completion of courses and to use the school’s advanced graphic and digital fabrication equipment.

Professional Fee

All school students are assessed a professional fee each semester at the time tuition is paid. The professional fee for the 2009-2010 academic year is $500 per semester.

Other Requirements

Waiver or substitution of any required course must be approved by the associate dean.

Additional Information

For information about the school or degree programs contact the school Student Services Office.

For information regarding student loans and scholarships, contact the Financial Aid Services Office.

Student Organizations

The school houses a chapter of the American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS). The organization engages in a number of social and community service activities and has won numerous national awards.

The Gamma Mu Chapter of the Tau Sigma Delta Honor Society is open to DArch students who maintain a 3.0 or higher GPA and are at the top twenty percent of their class.

Scholarships and Awards

Alpha Rho Chi Medal, National Professional Architectural Fraternity Award
Henry Adams Medal, American Institute of Architects Award
Henry Adams Certificate, American Institute of Architects Award
Allen R. Johnson-Roy C. Kelley Architectural Research Travel Scholarship
School of Architecture International Student Exchange Program (multiple)
Construction Specifications Institute Architectural Travel Scholarship
HonBlue Architectural Research Travel Scholarship
American Institute of Architects Honolulu Chapter/School of Architecture Alumni Association Design Awards for Outstanding Achievement in 100, 200, 300, and 400 level design studios
School of Architecture Alumni Association Scholarship
Armstrong Builders Scholarship
George J. Wimberly Architectural Research Travel Scholarship and Internship at WATG
School of Architecture Practicum Scholarships

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