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Your application and three letters of recommendation should be sent to the Graduate Admissions of Texas A&M University. Please note that the application will not be processed by the Admissions Office until the application fee and all requested information (GRE, transcripts, etc.) has been received.
Curriculum Vitae:
A one or two-page resume is required.
Personal Statement:
A comprehensive goals statement is required.
Recommendation Letter:
Three letters of Recommendation are requird.
Portfolio:
Portfolio
The portfolio must include:
A comprehensive goals statement;
A one or two-page resume; listing background information such as education, honors and awards, work experience, and relevant interests; and
Documentation of a minimum of six projects from the design studio sequence, at least four having strong building design content with evidence of tectonics as part of a comprehensive building design. In addition to photos of final project drawings and models, the documentation of each project must include a process description including the course title, program statement, and design goals and objectives. Photos of preliminary sketches and models are encouraged. If the project was done by a team, identify your individual role and work.
Faculty evaluation of each applicant's portfolio is a major element in the admission process. The portfolio must be concise in style, and bound as a single unit (8 1/2" X 11" preferred). If appropriate, additional supporting materials utilizing electronic media may be submitted. The portfolio will be reviewed by the Department of Architecture Master of Architecture program admissions committee. High quality reproductions must be used for drawings; slides are unacceptable. The portfolio must demonstrate abilities and skills in the following:
Architectural theory and design
Analytical and programmatic methods
Evidence of tectonics as part of a comprehensive building design.
Proficiency in the use of design media (hand drawing and CAD)
Clear use of the English language
Applicants must include postage (stamps or international coupons) sufficient for the return of their portfolios, or arrange to pick them up at the department. Portfolios remaining in the department more than six months after the review will be discarded.