Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology

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About Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology

A program that focuses on the application of advanced technology to building design and construction, retrofitting existing buildings, and efficient operation of buildings, including lighting and daylight design, acoustics, solar design, building conservation, and energy-conscious design. Includes instruction in architecture, building technology, civil and structural engineering, mechanical engineering, environmental control systems, sustainability, and computer tools and applications.

Of the 2,840 Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology degrees granted each year at the Bachelors degree level, men make up 52% percent and women make up 48% percent of the area of study. Did you know that New York has more students graduating with a degree in Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology than any other state? In fact, New York awarded 536 degrees last year! The average starting salary for an undergraduate degree in Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology is $43,920.

Popularity of Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology Degrees in the U.S.
This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.
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Careers

The highest paying job for Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology majors is Architectural and Engineering Managers. But, another thing to consider is how many job openings there currently is. A career that is in high need that a degree in Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology can prepare you for is Architectural and Engineering Managers.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
2,840
Female Students
1,367 (48%)
Male Students
1,473 (51%)
White (1,272, 45%)
U.S. Nonresident (526, 19%)
Hispanic or Latino (452, 16%)
Asian (296, 10%)
Black or African American (117, 4%)
Two or more races (99, 3%)
Race/ethnicity unknown (67, 2%)
American Indian or Alaska Native (10, <1%)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander (1, <1%)

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