Undergraduate Background: Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a discipline other than architecture.
Relevant Subjects: A well-rounded academic foundation with coursework in design, structural or built environment subjects strengthens the application—though there are no strict prerequisites beyond having a non-architecture bachelor’s degree.
GPA Requirement: Commonly, a competitive GPA of ≥ 3.0 out of 4.0 is expected for U.S. graduate programs. While specific Notre Dame GPA thresholds are not publicly posted, applicants are typically encouraged to demonstrate strong academic performance (e.g., 3.0+ / 4.0 scale).
