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Architecture in California

Architecture Schools in California

In 2022-2023, 325 students earned their Architecture degrees in CA.

In this state, Architecture is the 154th most popular major out of a total 333 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Architecture Majors in California

Architecture majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 298
Master’s Degree 19
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 8

Gender Distribution

In California, a architecture major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of architecture majors in California is as follows:

  • Asian: 28.0%
  • Black or African American: 2.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 28.3%
  • White: 22.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 11.7%
  • Other Races: 7.4%
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Jobs for Architecture Grads in California

45,520 people in the state and 299,530 in the nation are employed in jobs related to architecture.

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Wages for Architecture Jobs in California

In this state, architecture grads earn an average of $98,610. Nationwide, they make an average of $99,320.

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There are 8 colleges in California that offer architecture degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

129 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
42,327 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.21 years to graduate. The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1. 70% of the teachers are full time.

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102 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
30,014 Total Students

The average student takes 4.82 years to complete their degree at Cal Poly Pomona. Of all the students who attend this school, 77% get financial aid. The full-time teacher rate is 46%.

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32 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
10,068 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $39,107. Most students complete their degree in 4.13 years. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 96% of students receive it.

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30 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
11,317 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $26,538. 42% of the teachers are full time. 18 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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26 Degrees in Major Awarded
91% Graduation Rate
44,589 Total Students

57% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. It takes the average student 4.15 years to graduate. 18 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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11 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
46,287 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 9 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $29,462. Of all the students who attend this school, 76% get financial aid.

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3 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
25,497 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $6,744. Most students complete their degree in 4.95 years. The student to faculty ratio is 21 to 1.

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2 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
22,440 Total Students

20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This public school has an average net price of $18,766. The full-time teacher rate is 68%.

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Architecture Careers in CA

Some of the careers architecture majors go into include:

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary
Architectural and Engineering Managers 9% $164,290

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to architecture.

Major Annual Graduates in CA
Architectural Sciences 1,033
Urban & Regional Planning 393
Real Estate Development 217
Landscape Architecture 154
Interior Architecture 77
Environmental Design 49
Architectural History 29
Other Architecture 6

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View Nationwide Architecture Report

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