The University of Utah
 College of Architecture + Planning

Discover your passion, design your story, and innovate the future at the University of Utah College of Architecture + Planning. The Design Foundations Program for undergraduate students fosters an ethic of care in our designers, planners, architects, and those interested in the built environment.

Looking to apply to our graduate programs?  Visit Graduate Architecture or Graduate Planning.
Ready to start early (ages 8-18)? Check out our Summer Program.

Find co-curricular support systems

Through the program, you will find co-curricular support systems including peer mentoring, a student success team, and advising and allied student support services.

Design to make a difference

Each day, we challenge ourselves to design for the health and well being of our communities and environment.

Choose from three pathways

Design Foundations students choose from three pathways:

Architecture | Urban Ecology
Multi-Disciplinary Design

Ready to learn more?
Email our recruitment officer!

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Looking to schedule a campus visit?
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1. Check the Deadlines

1. Check the Deadlines

We encourage our incoming freshmen students to keep current with the upcoming admissions deadlines.

 

4. Send Transcripts to Admissions

4. Send Transcripts to Admissions

An official high school transcript (and/or any college transcripts) must be sent to the Office of Admissions directly from the school.

2. Complete the Application

2. Complete the Application

Select one of the four following Academic Interests on the university application to enter the Design Foundations Program:  Pre Architectural Studies BS, Pre Urban Ecology BA/BS, or Pre Design BS.

 

5. Send ACT (or SAT) scores to Admissions

5. Send ACT (or SAT) scores to Admissions

ACT scores or the combined SAT Critical Reading and Math scores must be sent electronically by the testing company.

3. Pay the Application Fee

3. Pay the Application Fee

The non-refundable application fee for domestic students is $45. (An additional $30 late fee will be required after the deadline.)

 

6. Track your Application Status Online

6. Track your Application Status Online

Once we receive your application, fee, and above documentation, we will begin processing. Track your status online. Admission decisions will be mailed.

Apply Now:  University of Utah Freshman AppApplication Deadline:  December 1st

Apply Now: University of Utah Transfer AppApplication Deadline:  April 1st

Questions about the application process?
Find your admissions counselor!

COUNSELOR FINDER

FINANCIAL AID

Entering Freshmen Scholarships & Financial Aid

Joining us as a freshman student?  Apply for Scholarships & Financial Aid.

Transfer Student Scholarships & Financial Aid

Transferring to the U of U? Apply for Scholarships & Financial Aid.

Current Student Scholarships & Financial Aid

Already here as a current student? Apply for Scholarships & Financial Aid.

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College of Architecture + Planning
375 South 1530 East
Salt Lake City, UT
84112

Contact details

Email: recruitment@arch.utah.edu
Instagram: @uofuarchplan
Twitter:  @CA_P
Phone: (801) 585-2361

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