<p>Is Rhode Island School of Design a good school for architecture or it is more for the artistic majors such as graphic design, photography, etc?
And how long is the the architecture program there?
I am still not sure if I should apply there for regular decision. I know that the portfolio is due January 10, 2012 so I need to decide by that date and also about the two drawings (bicycle and the one to choose from the given topics) - Are they due together with the portfolio or they are due together with the application which is due February 1, 2012? I am confused.
I would really appreciate it if you would give your thoughts about it's architecture program.
Thank You!</p>
<p>In looking at the RISD website, the Jan. 10th deadline is for grad school and Feb. 1st is for undergrad. If you are undergrad, you should contact admissions directly if you have specific questions about their portfolio requirements, but to me it looks like the portfolio and application is due (all parts) by Feb. 1st.</p>
<p>I cannot comment on its architecture program, but perhaps another forum can give you better feedback than this general CC admissions forum.</p>
<p>Moving to Arch major forum.</p>
<p>The architecture program at RISD is known to be excellent and is a 5 year program (unless they changed that recently, it was 5 years when I attended). Providence is an old town with a lot of interesting Victorian and industrial/mill architecture for inspiration. Having said that, even as an architecture major you would participate in the same freshman foundation courses as all students, which some would consider to be more fine arts based. You would draw from nude models in freshman drawing and take 2d design and 3d design… 3d design being the more architecture-friendly class. I think all portfolio elements are due at the same time but you’d need to check with them to be sure you meet all current deadlines. I was a fine arts major at RISD. I think if you want to major in architecture but love fine arts as well it is ideal for you as you can classes on the side in glass or sculpture or whatever art media you like. But if you are a less artsy person you may prefer a university.</p>