Best institutions to study Architectural Sciences and Technology
Any instructional program in architectural sciences and technology not listed above.
1 U.S. institutions graduated 14 Architectural Sciences and Technology students in 2024–25 (IPEDS). It is CIP 04.0999, a specialization of Architectural Sciences and Technology (CIP 04.09), and leads most directly to the Architectural and Civil Drafters occupation (BLS SOC 17-3011).
About Architectural Sciences and Technology programs
Any instructional program in architectural sciences and technology not listed above.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP 2020).
The Architectural Sciences and Technology program focuses on the principles and practices involved in architectural design and technology. This program is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in architecture and related fields, providing them with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for success in the industry.
Students in this program will develop core skills in design, building construction, and engineering technology. Coursework typically includes training in computer-assisted drafting (CAD), mathematics, and critical thinking, equipping graduates with the ability to produce detailed architectural drawings and plans.
Credentials awarded
What Architectural Sciences and Technology graduates earned in 2024–25, by award level (IPEDS completions).
- Bachelor's degree14 graduates / yr · 1 institution100%
Graduates over time
Architectural Sciences and Technology completions reported to IPEDS each year, all award levels combined.
| Year | Graduates |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2025 | 14 |
Top 1 institutions for Architectural Sciences and Technology, ranked by graduates
Graduates (IPEDS completions), 2024–25. Award levels show which credentials each institution confers in this specialization.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tuskegee University Tuskegee, ALPrivate not-for-profitBachelor's | 14 | 55% | $33,313 |
Offered in 1 states
Where Architectural Sciences and Technology graduates come from. Each state links to all Architectural Sciences and Technology programs offered there.
| State | Institutions | Graduates / yr | Top institution by graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 1 | 14 | Tuskegee University14 / yr |
Careers & outlook
The payoff after graduation: occupation 17-3011, Architectural and Civil Drafters, and its national outlook.
Graduates of the Architectural Sciences and Technology program can pursue careers as Architectural and Civil Drafters or Architecture Teachers at the postsecondary level. The job outlook for related occupations is about as fast as average, with a projected growth rate of 4.1% and approximately 10,000 annual openings. The median wage in this field is $64,280, with typical education requirements being an Associate's degree.
Top-paying metros
Career pathways for CIP 04.0999
The occupations the NCES crosswalk maps this 6-digit code to, with BLS pay and 10-year outlook.
| Occupation | US median pay | Growth | Openings / yr | Typical entry education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Architectural and Civil Draftersprimary SOC 17-3011 | $66,150 | +4.1% About as fast as average | ~10,000 | Associate's degree |
Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary SOC 25-1031 | $96,870 | +2.0% About as fast as average | ~900 | Doctoral or professional degree |
Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
- Education
- Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
- Experience
- Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.
- Training
- Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Related careers
Skills & knowledge in Architectural Sciences and Technology programs
From the U.S. Dept. of Labor for the occupation this specialization most leads to.
Skills you'll build
Knowledge areas
Abilities that matter most
Day-to-day work activities
What graduates do on the job
- Produce drawings, using computer-assisted drafting systems (CAD) or drafting machines, or by hand, using compasses, dividers, protractors, triangles, and other drafting devices.
- Draft plans and detailed drawings for structures, installations, and construction projects, such as highways, sewage disposal systems, and dikes, working from sketches or notes.
- Coordinate structural, electrical, and mechanical designs and determine a method of presentation to graphically represent building plans.
- Analyze building codes, by-laws, space and site requirements, and other technical documents and reports to determine their effect on architectural designs.
- Draw maps, diagrams, and profiles, using cross-sections and surveys, to represent elevations, topographical contours, subsurface formations, and structures.
- Lay out and plan interior room arrangements for commercial buildings, using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment and software.
Tools and technology used
Other Architectural Sciences and Technology specializations
The 2 other 6-digit CIP codes under Architectural Sciences and Technology (CIP 04.09).
Common questions
What degree will I earn?+
You will earn a Bachelor's degree.
What skills will I develop?+
You will develop skills in design, mathematics, critical thinking, and computer drafting.
What are the job prospects after graduation?+
The job outlook is about as fast as average, with 10,000 annual openings.
What is the median wage for graduates?+
The median wage for related occupations is $64,280.
What is the CIP code for Architectural Sciences and Technology?+
Architectural Sciences and Technology is CIP 04.0999 in the NCES Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP 2020), a 6-digit specialization within Architectural Sciences and Technology (CIP 04.09). NCES defines it as: Any instructional program in architectural sciences and technology not listed above.
How many institutions offer Architectural Sciences and Technology programs?+
1 U.S. institutions reported Architectural Sciences and Technology graduates in IPEDS 2024–25, across 1 states, awarding 14 credentials in the year. That is 0.1% of all Architectural Sciences and Technology graduates.
How much do Architectural Sciences and Technology graduates earn?+
Earnings are not published at the 6-digit CIP level by any federal source. The Architectural and Civil Drafters occupation, which Architectural Sciences and Technology most directly leads to, pays a median of $66,150 a year nationally (BLS OEWS May 2025).
About the data on this page
Every figure comes from an official federal or public source. Here is each one and the release it is currently on.
Program definitions are from the NCES Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP 2020). Skills, knowledge, abilities, work activities, tools, and job zones are from the O*NET database by the U.S. Department of Labor, used under the CC BY 4.0 license.
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