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Architecture Career Roadmap

A comprehensive visual roadmap from architecture school through the ARE exams to partnership. Covers education phases, AXP (Architectural Experience Program) hour categories, ARE exam sequencing strategy, and career tracks at small firms, large firms, and your own practice.

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Your Architecture Career Timeline

Phase 1: Education (Years 1-5)


  • B.Arch: 5-year NAAB-accredited program

  • Or: 4-year bachelor's + 3-year M.Arch

  • Key milestones: Design studios, technical courses, thesis project

  • Build portfolio throughout (not just at the end)

    • Phase 2: AXP & Early Career (Years 6-9)


  • Complete 3,740 hours across 6 experience areas

  • Work at a firm under a licensed architect

  • Begin ARE exam preparation during AXP

  • Key milestone: All 6 AXP categories signed off by supervisor

    • Preview shows 2 of 6 phases. Full roadmap includes ARE exam sequencing, portfolio development timeline, and paths to principal/partner.

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