<p>Hi, everybody. I would like to hear your advice for this tough decision.
I'm admitted to B.Arch in Syracuse and B.S.Arch in UVA. Both programs are great and I really don't know how to make a choice.
Syracuse has a strong reputation and I might join work after five years. But UVA+a M.Arch would also be great.
It seems UVA's curriculum is as intense as a B.Arch program.( If accurate).</p>
<p>I think your desire to work quickly and your financial situation play a lot into this question. Most of the architects that I’ve worked with have said that if you want to work right away and you’re set on architecture B.Arch is the way to go, because you can be on your way to getting registered that much faster. Are you set on architecture? Can you comfortably afford a 4+2 program? </p>
<p>I will say that UVA is not quite as intense as B.Arch. You get a good bit of flexibility with your classes and electives outside the architecture school, I have a few friends in the program. According to a student I talked to, the workload and late nights are up to you and your time management skills.</p>
<p>Thank you, littlebuilder.
I am decided to study architecture. I don’t care much about getting license fast because the B.Arch program is accredited does mean my ability is eligible for that test. Financial situation is ok, either for B.Arc or 4+2.
So I think what’s really important is the programs themselves. Syracuse has wonderful faculties but I really don’t know if I can bear the hard work. If I can’t follow the pace of studio work, then it’s not the right school for me. My GPS world suck, so does career. On the other hand, UVA is easier and I might do well, but it teaches less than Syracuse. I guess that the core of problem. What’s your opinion? Thanks!</p>
<p>If you think you’d be unable to keep up with the B.Arch studio work then you might be better suited to go to UVA. You can get some good work done there, have a solid portfolio developed, and after an M.Arch you will know just as much if not more than you would going to Syracuse. If you really can comfortably afford the 4+2 then it sounds like the better track for you, because the workload will probably be more manageable and the education will be just as good once you’re done; it will just be a longer and pricier process.</p>
<p>Thanks a lot! Littlebuilder~</p>