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Further Architecture Questions

What is an architect?

An architect is an individual who has been licensed by the Board to practice architecture in the State of Nebraska.

What can a licensed architect do that an individual with an architecture degree cannot?

An architect can practice architecture related to any service or work that involves the practice of architecture and which they are competent to perform. An individual with an architecture degree but no license can work only on projects of limited size and scope.

When can I call myself an architect?

Individuals can call themselves an architect after being issued a license by the Board.  This generally requires:

  1. Graduating from a NAAB or CACB-accredited program OR meeting the NCARB Education Standard;
  2. Passing the Architect Registration Exam (ARE) exam;
  3. Completing NCARB’s Architectural Experience Program (AXP);  and
  4. Passing an exam, administered by the Board, on state laws and rules governing the practice of architecture.

Any individual using the title Architect in Nebraska who has not completed the above steps and been issued a license is in violation of Neb. Rev. Stat. §81-3441 of The Nebraska Engineers and Architects Regulation Act.

If I become licensed in one state, am I licensed in all states?

No. Becoming licensed in one state does automatically license you or allow you to practice architecture in other U.S. states and territories. You must apply for an architect license in any other jurisdiction you wish to practice architecture.  While other jurisdictions may have similar requirements for licensure, some may have additional requirements or state-specific exams. 

Will other states have further testing requirements?

They may. Some U.S. states and territories may have jurisdiction-specific exams.

Do other countries require a license to work as an architect?

Some other countries may require a license to work on architecture projects. 

I just graduated from high school and want to be a licensed architect. How long will that take?

From beginning their first college degree to finishing their final licensure requirement, the average candidate who completed the path to licensure in 2022 took 13.3 years to do so, around one month longer than in 2021.

On average, 7.4 of those years were spent completing NCARB’s experience and examination programs.

 

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