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Best Architecture Colleges in Virginia

4 accredited institutions in Virginia offering architecture programs, ranked by annual graduates (IPEDS 2023–24).

4
Colleges
864
Graduates/yr
3
Public
Bachelor's
Top Degree

Ranked: Architecture Programs in Virginia

1
PublicBachelor's
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Blacksburg
450
Graduates/yr
57%
Acceptance
$12,698
In-State Tuition
86%
Grad Rate
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2
PublicBachelor's
University of Virginia-Main Campus
Charlottesville
282
Graduates/yr
17%
Acceptance
$18,823
In-State Tuition
95%
Grad Rate
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3
PublicAssociate's
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale
75
Graduates/yr
$5,550
In-State Tuition
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4
Private NonprofitMaster's
Hampton University
Hampton
57
Graduates/yr
48%
Acceptance
$26,198
Tuition
56%
Grad Rate
$39,953
Net Price <$30K
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Studying Architecture in Virginia

Virginia has 4 accredited colleges offering architecture programs, producing 864 graduates annually. Of these, 3 are public institutions with subsidized in-state tuition for Virginia residents.

When evaluating programs, consider accreditation, internship placement rates, and faculty expertise. Always file the FAFSA — the net price after grants can be dramatically lower than sticker tuition, especially at public institutions.

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Data source: Graduate counts from IPEDS 2023–24 C2023_A Completions survey (NCES). Tuition, acceptance rate, and graduation rate from IPEDS HD2023, ADM2023, DRVGR2023.