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Center for Living City Student Chapter (CLCS)
International Interior Design Association (IIDA)
National Organization of Minority Architecture Students
Tau Sigma Delta, Upsilon Alpha Chapter
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Marywood University proudly offers the only accredited architecture and interior architecture programs in northeast Pennsylvania.
Marywood University School of Architecture's Bachelor of Architecture program is accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB).
107 S. West St., Suite 707, Alexandria, VA 22314 | t: 202.783.2007 | e: info@naab.org
The Interior Architecture Program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD). 11250 Roger Bacon Drive, Suite 21, Reston, VA 20190-5248 | (703) 437-0700 Phone | (703) 437-6312 Fax |
info@arts-accredit.org
Our graduates are eligible to take the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) exam. While Pennsylvania does not license interior designers and therefore does not require the NCIDQ certification to practice interior designer, most other states do. View more information about interior design licensure in the US.
School of Architecture
School of Architecture
Marywood’s architecture programs—undergraduate and graduate—recognize that architecture, both as a discipline and as a profession, engages the realms of art and science. Careers in the design and construction of buildings, interiors, and virtual spaces combine design innovation and aesthetics with the laws of physics and the requirements of constructability.
Undergraduate Programs
Environmental Design (BEDA)
Architecture (BArch)
Interior Architecture (BIA)
Construction Management (BSCM)
Virtual Architecture (BVA)
Graduate Programs
School of Architecture
School of Architecture
Architecture (MArch)
Interior Architecture (MIA)
Accreditations
Marywood University proudly offers the only accredited architecture and interior architecture programs in northeast Pennsylvania.
Marywood University School of Architecture's Bachelor of Architecture program is accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB).
107 S. West St., Suite 707, Alexandria, VA 22314 | t: 202.783.2007 | e: info@naab.org
The Interior Architecture Program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD). 11250 Roger Bacon Drive, Suite 21, Reston, VA 20190-5248 | (703) 437-0700 Phone | (703) 437-6312 Fax |
info@arts-accredit.org
Our graduates are eligible to take the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) exam. While Pennsylvania does not license interior designers and therefore does not require the NCIDQ certification to practice interior designer, most other states do. View more information about interior design licensure in the US.
About The School of Architecture
OUR MISSION: PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION IN A LIBERAL ARTS SETTING
At the Marywood University School of Architecture, our mission is to educate a new generation of architects and interior architects who engage the world passionately and intelligently. As a professional school in a liberal arts university, our programs set a rigorous studio-based curriculum within an educational environment that encourages critical thinking, collaboration, and speculation.
OUR VALUES: ARCHITECTURE AS A DISCIPLINED PRACTICE
From interior objects to urban environments, we value architecture as a disciplined practice -- the means by which we engage the world at a range of scales with conceptual and formal clarity, disciplinary consciousness, social agency, and material speculation. We believe that architectural education offers a way of making and thinking that enables our students and graduates to do good in the world. Our shared values allow differences between and among our programs to become opportunities for productive exchange, collaboration, and growth.
School of Architecture Faculty
- Coordinator, Art Program
- Associate Professor
- sgarrison@marywood.edu
- 570-348-6211 x2656
- Associate Director of Undergraduate Studies
- Assistant Professor
- lding@marywood.edu
- 570-961-4539
- Director, Center for Urban Studies
- Assistant Professor of Practice
- jberman@marywood.edu
- 570-348-6211 x2310
- Lecturer
- Living City Lab
- Instructor of Practice
- mnmacdonald@marywood.edu
- 570-348-6211 x2688
Our programs are housed in an innovative LEED-certified facility that was once the University’s gymnasium and natatorium. In-house, we have a digital fabrication lab, wood, and metal fabrication shops, and advanced computer and plotting labs.
In addition to many engaging student organizations at Marywood, the School of Architecture has both collective and discipline-specific student organizations for school governance and professional development. These architecture- and construction-related clubs include:
American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS)Center for Living City Student Chapter (CLCS)
International Interior Design Association (IIDA)
National Organization of Minority Architecture Students
Tau Sigma Delta, Upsilon Alpha Chapter
Architecture Kit
Students in Architecture, Interior Architecture, and Virtual Architecture are required to have the materials included in the Architecture Kit. Although not required, architecture kits may be ordered at the Marywood Gear Shop. If you have any questions, please contact interim Director Jodi La Coe.
Laptop Requirement
Laptop computers are required for all Architecture, Interior Architecture, Virtual Architecture, and Construction Management students at the start of their first year. Our laptop minimum specifications ensure that students are suitably equipped with a flexible, portable means of computing in the classroom and dormitory and/or apartment.
We have selected PC laptop computers rather than Macs because they best suit the University's PC-oriented computing platforms across the campus and because the majority of architectural offices are currently PC-based. The School's required courses have all PC-based instruction.
Minimum specifications:
- 3.0 Ghz multi–Core CPU
- 16 GB RAM (Memory)
- 512 GB SSD
- 6 GB Video Card
Preferred specifications:
- 3.5 Ghz multi–Core CPU
- 32 GB RAM (Memory)
- 1 TB SSD
- 8 GB Video Card
Although not required, laptop computers that meet the School of Architecture specifications may be ordered at the Marywood Gear Shop. If you have any questions, please contact interim Director Jodi La Coe.
Travel Opportunities
Study abroad has been an important aspect of architectural education since the 17th century and arguably since ancient times. Increasingly, architecture, engineering, and construction professions are global endeavors. Students in Architecture and Interior Architecture are required to study abroad for one semester during their third year of study at ISI Florence. For students in Construction Management and Virtual Architecture, there are many opportunities to study abroad. For more information, please visit our Study Abroad Office.
If an Architecture or Interior Architecture student is unable to participate in the required study abroad program, please contact interim Director Jodi La Coe as soon as possible to apply for an exemption and alternate experience.
Architecture Licensure
In the United States, the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) administers the licensing process for architects. For students interested in becoming licensed architects, the School of Architecture offers access to information and guidance on the steps required in the path toward licensure including education, experience (AXP), exams (ARE), and registration. Our NCARB Licensing Advisor Elizabeth Andrzejewski instructs and assists current students in starting their NCARB Record.
More information on the process of licensure.
More information on ARE Pass Rates.
In addition, the websites below offer an array of information to assist in career development:
- American Institute of Architects (AIA)
- Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA)
- National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)
Interior Architecture Certification
In the United States, the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) administers the certification process for interior architects and designers. For students interested in becoming certified interior architects, the School of Architecture offers access to information and guidance on the steps required in the path toward certification including education, experience, exams, and registration. Our NCIDQ campus coordinator Jim Sullivan instructs and assists current students in starting their NCIDQ Account.
More information on the process of certification.
In addition, the websites below offer an array of information to assist in career development:
American Society of Interior Designers (AISD)
Interior Design Educators Council (IDEC)
International Interior Design Association (IIDA)
Construction Management Certification
To become a Certified Construction Manager (CCM) in the United States, the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) requires a combination of an accredited degree in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC), Responsible in Charge (RIC) experience hours, and certification exams administered by the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI). Our Construction Management program coordinator Arturo Pavani instructs and assists current students in starting their certification process.
More information on the process of certification.
In addition, the websites below offer an array of information to assist in career development:
American Council for Construction Education (ACCE)
Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC)
Associated Schools of Construction (ASC)
Virtual Architecture
There is no professional certification required for Film and Game Environment Designers. Our Virtual Architecture program coordinator Ryan Scavnicky instructs and assists current students in developing their career aspirations. The follow websites are the top professional organizations related to these career paths:
Digital Games Research Association (DiGRA)
Entertainment Software Association (ESA)
Featured Pacer Profile
Senior architecture student recognized with the 2023 Architectural Excellence Student Award by AIA Pennsylvania.Read More
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School of Architecture Events
Last Day to Withdraw from Summer III Classes
Jul 18 Academic Dates Fri, Jul 18, 12:00AM - Sat, Jul 19, 12:00AMLast Day to Withdraw from Summer III Classes
Date/Time: Friday, July 18, 2025
Location: Academic Dates
Summer Session III Ends
Aug 16 Academic Dates Sat, Aug 16, 12:00AM - Sun, Aug 17, 12:00AMSummer Session III Ends
Date/Time: Saturday, August 16, 2025
Location: Academic Dates
Summer Sessions II & III Final Grades Due by Noon
Aug 19 Academic Dates Tue, Aug 19, 12:00AM - Wed, Aug 20, 12:00AMSummer Sessions II & III Final Grades Due by Noon
Date/Time: Tuesday, August 19, 2025
Location: Academic Dates
University Housing Opens for New Residential Students
Aug 20 Academic Dates Wed, Aug 20, 12:00AM - Thu, Aug 21, 12:00AMUniversity Housing Opens for New Residential Students
Date/Time: Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Location: Academic Dates
University Housing Opens for New Residential Students.
Email Reminder University Housing Opens for New Residential Students.
University Housing Opens for Returning Students (Meal Plans Begin with Dinner)
Aug 23 Academic Dates Sat, Aug 23, 12:00AM - Sun, Aug 24, 12:00AMUniversity Housing Opens for Returning Students (Meal Plans Begin with Dinner)
Date/Time: Saturday, August 23, 2025
Location: Academic Dates
Official Graduation Date for Students Fulfilling Degree Requirements in Summer Sessions
Aug 25 Academic Dates Mon, Aug 25, 12:00AM - Tue, Aug 26, 12:00AMOfficial Graduation Date for Students Fulfilling Degree Requirements in Summer Sessions
Date/Time: Monday, August 25, 2025
Location: Academic Dates
Mid-Semester Examinations Begin
Oct 06 Academic Dates Mon, Oct 6, 12:00AM - Tue, Oct 7, 12:00AMMid-Semester Examinations Begin
Date/Time: Monday, October 6, 2025
Location: Academic Dates
Undergraduate and Graduate Fall Break Day … No Classes …
Oct 13 Academic Dates Mon, Oct 13, 12:00AM - Wed, Oct 15, 12:00AMUndergraduate and Graduate Fall Break Day … No Classes …
Date/Time: Monday, October 13 – Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Location: Academic Dates
Fall Semester Classes Resume
Oct 15 Academic Dates Wed, Oct 15, 12:00AM - Thu, Oct 16, 12:00AMFall Semester Classes Resume
Date/Time: Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Location: Academic Dates
Undergraduate Midterm Grades Due by 5 P.M.
Oct 16 Academic Dates Thu, Oct 16, 12:00AM - Fri, Oct 17, 12:00AMUndergraduate Midterm Grades Due by 5 P.M.
Date/Time: Thursday, October 16, 2025
Location: Academic Dates
Registration Begins for Spring Courses
Oct 27 Academic Dates Mon, Oct 27, 12:00AM - Tue, Oct 28, 12:00AMRegistration Begins for Spring Courses
Date/Time: Monday, October 27, 2025
Location: Academic Dates
Last Day to Withdraw from Fall Courses
Oct 31 Academic Dates Fri, Oct 31, 12:00AM - Sat, Nov 1, 12:00AMLast Day to Withdraw from Fall Courses
Date/Time: Friday, October 31, 2025
Location: Academic Dates
Advocacy Day (Online Hours to Supplant Lost Day)
Nov 05 Academic Dates Wed, Nov 5, 12:00AM - Thu, Nov 6, 12:00AMAdvocacy Day (Online Hours to Supplant Lost Day)
Date/Time: Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Location: Academic Dates
Fall Semester Classes Resume
Dec 01 Academic Dates Mon, Dec 1, 12:00AM - Tue, Dec 2, 12:00AMFall Semester Classes Resume
Date/Time: Monday, December 1, 2025
Location: Academic Dates
Final Grades Due by Noon
Dec 16 Academic Dates Tue, Dec 16, 12:00AM - Wed, Dec 17, 12:00AMFinal Grades Due by Noon
Date/Time: Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Location: Academic Dates
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day...No Classes … All Administrative Offices Closed
Jan 19 Academic Dates Mon, Jan 19, 12:00AM - Tue, Jan 20, 12:00AMMartin Luther King, Jr. Day...No Classes … All Administrative Offices Closed
Date/Time: Monday, January 19, 2026
Location: Academic Dates
Last Day to Register/Add Spring Courses
Jan 20 Academic Dates Tue, Jan 20, 12:00AM - Wed, Jan 21, 12:00AMLast Day to Register/Add Spring Courses
Date/Time: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Location: Academic Dates
Spring Semester Classes Resume
Jan 20 Academic Dates Tue, Jan 20, 12:00AM - Wed, Jan 21, 12:00AMSpring Semester Classes Resume
Date/Time: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Location: Academic Dates
Last Day to Resolve Temporary Grades
Feb 13 Academic Dates Fri, Feb 13, 12:00AM - Sat, Feb 14, 12:00AMLast Day to Resolve Temporary Grades
Date/Time: Friday, February 13, 2026
Location: Academic Dates
Mid-Semester Examinations Begin
Mar 02 Academic Dates Mon, Mar 2, 12:00AM - Tue, Mar 3, 12:00AMMid-Semester Examinations Begin
Date/Time: Monday, March 2, 2026
Location: Academic Dates
Spring Break (3/7-3/15)
Mar 07 Academic Dates Sat, Mar 7, 12:00AM - Mon, Mar 16, 12:00AMSpring Break (3/7-3/15)
Date/Time: Saturday, March 7 – Sunday, March 15, 2026
Location: Academic Dates
Spring Semester Classes Resume
Mar 16 Academic Dates Mon, Mar 16, 12:00AM - Tue, Mar 17, 12:00AMSpring Semester Classes Resume
Date/Time: Monday, March 16, 2026
Location: Academic Dates
Undergraduate Quarterly Grades Due By 5 P.M.
Mar 17 Academic Dates Tue, Mar 17, 12:00AM - Wed, Mar 18, 12:00AMUndergraduate Quarterly Grades Due By 5 P.M.
Date/Time: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Location: Academic Dates
Last Day to withdraw from spring classes
Mar 27 Academic Dates Fri, Mar 27, 12:00AM - Sat, Mar 28, 12:00AMLast Day to withdraw from spring classes
Date/Time: Friday, March 27, 2026
Location: Academic Dates
Easter Holiday Begins at Conclusion of Classes
Apr 01 Academic Dates Wed, Apr 1, 12:00AM - Thu, Apr 2, 12:00AMEaster Holiday Begins at Conclusion of Classes
Date/Time: Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Location: Academic Dates
All Administrative Offices Open
Apr 02 Academic Dates Thu, Apr 2, 12:00AM - Fri, Apr 3, 12:00AMAll Administrative Offices Open
Date/Time: Thursday, April 2, 2026
Location: Academic Dates
Easter Monday...No Classes … All Administrative Offices Closed
Apr 06 Academic Dates Mon, Apr 6, 12:00AM - Tue, Apr 7, 12:00AMEaster Monday...No Classes … All Administrative Offices Closed
Date/Time: Monday, April 6, 2026
Location: Academic Dates
Registration Begins for Fall Courses
Apr 07 Academic Dates Tue, Apr 7, 12:00AM - Wed, Apr 8, 12:00AMRegistration Begins for Fall Courses
Date/Time: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Location: Academic Dates
Spring Semester Classes Resume
Apr 07 Academic Dates Tue, Apr 7, 12:00AM - Wed, Apr 8, 12:00AMSpring Semester Classes Resume
Date/Time: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Location: Academic Dates
Hooding and Honors Ceremonies
May 15 Academic Dates Fri, May 15, 12:00AM - Sat, May 16, 12:00AMHooding and Honors Ceremonies
Date/Time: Friday, May 15, 2026
Location: Academic Dates
Summer Session I & III Classes Resume
May 26 Academic Dates Tue, May 26, 12:00AM - Wed, May 27, 12:00AMSummer Session I & III Classes Resume
Date/Time: Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Location: Academic Dates
Summer Session I Grades Due by Noon
Jun 30 Academic Dates Tue, Jun 30, 12:00AM - Wed, Jul 1, 12:00AMSummer Session I Grades Due by Noon
Date/Time: Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Location: Academic Dates
Independence Day Observed...No Classes … All Administrative Offices Closed …
Jul 03 Academic Dates Fri, Jul 3, 12:00AM - Sat, Jul 4, 12:00AMIndependence Day Observed...No Classes … All Administrative Offices Closed …
Date/Time: Friday, July 3, 2026
Location: Academic Dates
Independence Day...No Classes … All Administrative Offices Closed
Jul 04 Academic Dates Sat, Jul 4, 12:00AM - Sun, Jul 5, 12:00AMIndependence Day...No Classes … All Administrative Offices Closed
Date/Time: Saturday, July 4, 2026
Location: Academic Dates
Summer Session III Ends
Aug 15 Academic Dates Sat, Aug 15, 12:00AM - Sun, Aug 16, 12:00AMSummer Session III Ends
Date/Time: Saturday, August 15, 2026
Location: Academic Dates
Summer Session II & III Grades Due by Noon
Aug 18 Academic Dates Tue, Aug 18, 12:00AM - Wed, Aug 19, 12:00AMSummer Session II & III Grades Due by Noon
Date/Time: Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Location: Academic Dates
Official Graduation Date for Students Fulfilling Degree Requirements in Summer Sessions
Aug 25 Academic Dates Tue, Aug 25, 12:00AM - Wed, Aug 26, 12:00AMOfficial Graduation Date for Students Fulfilling Degree Requirements in Summer Sessions
Date/Time: Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Location: Academic Dates
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