<p>I know that an Architecture major is very time consuming, but is there time to do other activities besides studio and classes. Like go to sports events, parties, or maybe even be in a sorority/fraternity? If anyone who is in an architecture major, or knows about it, could let me know. Thanks!!</p>
<p>yes there is plenty of time but you have to be really good at managing your time. it is good to be involved with things outside of studio</p>
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<p>a sorority/fraternity?</p>
<p>sounds like you're not interested in architecture at all....</p>
<p>"a sorority/fraternity?</p>
<p>sounds like you're not interested in architecture at all...."</p>
<p>I hope you're tired, because thats a really silly statement.</p>
<p>considering being in a sorority doesn't mean I'm not interested in architecture?? I was just asking if there was time outside of studio and classes to partake in school events and other activities...</p>
<p>I did architecture as a grad student not undergrad, but I had plenty of time to go out on weekends.</p>
<p>From all my poking around and asking questions during college visits, plus being the parent of a current arch student I feel there is plenty of time for outside activities <em>IF</em> you use your time wisely. Get behind on one project and you're in the hole and working late nights in studio which can take time away from other classes and activities. That can quickly lead you to a very slippery slope.</p>
<p>It seems like architecture projects would be so engrossing I would need time away from the studio... need to be pulled away. Do they ever end?</p>
<p>I've heard a lot of archie kids horror stories, but I wonder if they're just fluffing their stuff. Any insights?</p>
<p>No. My roommate (a senior) is an Arch major and I NEVER see his @$$ lol. It seems like he has a ton of projects to do.</p>
<p>I am at Cornell and I have to be honest, there is not that much time outside of studio for a life. You will have to schedule one in! Hahaha...</p>
<p>I have a friend here who is in orchestra, sailing, and a few other clubs. On the other hand, I have another friend who does nothing BUT studio.</p>
<p>It really depends on you. But just to give you an idea, most arch kids take 18ish credits while most of my arts&sciences friends take 14ish... One class (~3 credits) can make a big difference, in my opinion.</p>
<p>I go to RPI school of architecture and i spend a ton of time on projects. but im also on the varsity swim team, club volleyball team, and find plenty of time to go out with my friends. </p>
<p>So basically it depends on the school, it depends on your time management skills and it depends on how interested you really are in the other events. </p>
<p>I usually dont get more than 6 hours of sleep a night because i am up late working and have practice at 6.30 every morning.</p>
<p>emory13, my son is an Architecture student at University of Cincinnati (DAAP). Although he spends most of his waking hours either in class or studio, he's active in a fraternity and other UC organizations, and also plays a rec sport. He finds time to attend sporting events and gets a decent night's sleep most nights. He says that architecture students can have a life outside of studio and still do well if they stay on top of their projects.</p>
<p>My roomie is an architect major. The only times I see him are 2 or later in the morning or at the one class we take in common. I also have only seen him eat twice but they were on days where I didn't leave the room. </p>
<p>I hear from the other architects that he's one of the best at time management...</p>
<p>yay Cooper Union...</p>
<p>There isn't too much extra time-- sorry to say-- and I am sure the Cooper Union bit is correct.</p>
<p>Architecture students spend sleepless hours in studio because they choose to, not because they are forced to. So yes, if you want to just get your job done and have time for other things, you will find the time. But more likely than not, you will choose to work on your creation because there's nothing else in the world that gets you more thrilled on working on your project. Yes, it's a strange world, but you will enjoy it. :) Good luck.</p>