Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Programme overview

The Master of Science in Architectural Sciences provides concentrated graduate study in three distinct tracks: Architectural Acoustics, Built Ecologies, and Lighting. Each concentration has its own curriculum designed to prepare graduates for specialized practice, consultancy, teaching credentials in higher education, or further research. The degree concludes with a masters thesis.

What you'll study

Study is organized by concentration; each follows a distinct curriculum at the Masters level. The programme emphasizes technical and research foundations in the chosen field and culminates in a thesis project. Associated research centers at the school include Architectural Acoustics, the Center for Architecture Science and Ecology (CASE), and the Lighting Research Center.

Entry requirements

Prospective applicants should consult the School of Architectures graduate admission requirements and apply through the Graduate Admissions website. For direct questions the school provides contact phone numbers for the front desk, deans office, and student services.

Career prospects

Graduates typically move into specialized design practice or consultancy roles, pursue credentials for teaching in higher education, or continue toward PhD studies and research-based careers. The programme is intended to provide the foundational knowledge needed for advanced research in architectural sciences.

Scholarships & funding angle

Students should review RPI Financial Aid resources and the School of Architectures funding information; for programme-specific inquiries contact the School of Architecture or Graduate Admissions. The school also lists resources such as the Brown Fellowship Program and a Diversity & Inclusion Scholarship fund among its student support and scholarship initiatives.