by our College Data Analytics TeamIn the latest year, 124 U.S. colleges awarded 9,106 degrees and certificates in Architectural & Building Sciences/Technology. Master’s degrees are the most popular award, at 51% of graduates. College Factual ranks 110 schools in its 2027 Best Architectural & Building Sciences/Technology Schools ranking and compares their cost in a Best Value ranking. Graduates earn a median $55,741 one year after completing, rising to $74,396 after four years.
Studying Architectural & Building Sciences/Technology involves the study of Architectural And Building Sciences/technology. A Program That Focuses On The Application Of Advanced Technology To Building Design And Construction, Retrofitting Existing Buildings, And Efficient Operation Of Buildings, Including Lighting And Daylight Design, Acoustics, Solar Design, Building Conservation, And Energy-Conscious Design. Includes Instruction In Architecture, Building Technology, Civil And Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Control Systems, Sustainability, And Computer Tools And Applications. Examples: [Architectural And Building Sciences/technology (Barch, Ba/bs)], [Architectural And Building Sciences/technology (March/ma/ms)], [Architectural And Building Sciences/technology (Phd)].
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings 2027. Data as of: July 2026.
Across the country, architectural & building sciences/technology is a popular field of study, with 9,106 degrees awarded annually. 124 colleges award architectural & building sciences/technology degrees, an average of 73 graduates per school; the largest program awarded 240.
By level, the 9,106 awards include 93 associate degrees, 4,296 bachelor’s degrees, 4,651 master’s degrees and 66 doctorates.
Women earned 52% of architectural & building sciences/technology degrees and certificates in the latest year (4,749 of 9,106). The largest groups of graduates by race and ethnicity are White (3,886) and Hispanic or Latino (1,406), and international students earned 2,116.
College Factual ranks 110 schools in its 2027 Best Architectural & Building Sciences/Technology Schools ranking, including 5 for associate degrees, 70 for bachelor’s degrees, 90 for master’s degrees and 2 for doctorates. It also ranks architectural & building sciences/technology schools within 36 states. In all, 124 colleges offer architectural & building sciences/technology programs; compare them by degree level below or in the Best Value Architectural & Building Sciences/Technology Colleges ranking, which weighs quality against cost.
The most common architectural & building sciences/technology credential is the master’s degree: 4,651 of the 9,106 awarded in the latest year. Jobs related to architectural & building sciences/technology call most for Reading Comprehension, Speaking and Writing, and for knowledge of English Language, Design and Engineering and Technology, according to O*NET. The most important abilities are Written Comprehension, Oral Comprehension and Oral Expression.
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How long an architectural & building sciences/technology degree takes:
| Degree | Typical Program Length | Graduates Annually |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Degree | 2 years | 93 |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 4 years | 4,296 |
| Master’s Degree | 1-3 years | 4,651 |
| Doctorate | At least 4 years | 66 |
Bachelor’s degree is the most common level of education among workers in jobs related to architectural & building sciences/technology, at 36.3%.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree | 36.3% |
| Master’s degree | 20.5% |
| Doctoral degree | 19.6% |
| First professional degree | 10.8% |
| Associate’s degree (or other 2-year) | 6.4% |
| Post-master’s certificate | 2.2% |
| Postsecondary certificate | 1.9% |
| Post-baccalaureate certificate | 1.2% |
| Post-doctoral training | 0.6% |
| High school diploma or equivalent | 0.5% |
Source: O*NET Online.
4 occupations are related to Architectural & Building Sciences/Technology, with an average median salary of $85,019; the strongest outlook belongs to Architectural and Civil Drafters, at 13.5% projected job growth. Typical job titles include Adjunct Professor, Architecture Instructor, Architecture Professor and Faculty Member.
The occupation related to architectural & building sciences/technology with the most projected jobs is Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary, at 489,715.
| Occupation | Projected Jobs | Expected Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary | 489,715 | 11.8% |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | 440,884 | 8.0% |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | 207,139 | 9.0% |
| Architectural and Civil Drafters | 114,684 | 13.5% |
Architectural & Building Sciences/Technology graduates earn a median $55,741 one year after completing their program, $74,396 after four years and $73,273 after five years, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
| Years Out | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $55,741 |
| 4 years | $74,396 |
| 5 years | $73,273 |
Source: College Scorecard.
The highest-paying occupation related to architectural & building sciences/technology is Architectural and Engineering Managers, with a median salary of $101,277.
| Occupation | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
| Architectural and Civil Drafters | $82,779 |
| Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary | $66,757 |
Architectural & Building Sciences/Technology has 2 similar majors in the Architecture/Urban Planning field, which together award 1,231 degrees a year; the largest are Architectural Technology/Technician (1,217) and Architectural Sciences and Technology, Other (14). Browse all Architecture/Urban Planning majors or the full list of college majors.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Architectural Technology/Technician | 1,217 |
| Architectural Sciences and Technology, Other | 14 |
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