Become an Architect!

Would you like to become an architect? What classes should you take in school? How do you get started in your career? And (we have to ask) how much will you earn?

This page answers some of the most frequently asked questions about careers in architecture. The advice comes from several architects who participate in our discussion forum, and from Dr. Lee W Waldrep, an Architectural Education Consultant and author of Becoming an Architect.

• What is an Architect?

• What can I do with a major in Architecture?

• To be an architect, what subjects should I take in high school?

• Where are the best colleges to study architecture?

• If I study architecture, what is the college curriculum like?

• After college how do I start a career in architecture?

• What is the average starting salary for an architect?

• What is a Building Designer?

• How does one become a professional home designer?