A Century of Design Leadership
The Department of Architecture at North Dakota State University has been shaping the built environment for nearly a century. Rooted in the land-grant mission, we deliver a rigorous professional education grounded in community engagement, sustainability and innovative design.
We prepare students to address contemporary challenges in the built environment and landscape while fostering an inclusive, collaborative studio culture. With state-of-the-art facilities, active student organizations and strong regional connections, NDSU Architecture offers a distinctive and immersive educational experience.
Vision
To lead architectural education in the Upper Midwest by advancing design innovation, elevating community impact and shaping architects who transform the built environment.
Mission
The Department of Architecture advances the mission of North Dakota State University as a student-focused, land-grant, research institution. We are committed to design excellence and the development of strong, ethical leaders prepared to shape the built environment.
Through immersive studio learning, innovative research and community engagement, we prepare graduates to address regional, national and global challenges. Our faculty and students explore a broad spectrum of design issues that are relevant to today’s professionals and citizens, supported by cutting-edge technology, creative scholarship and dedicated advising within a collaborative studio culture.
We proudly meet and exceed the standards of our accrediting body, the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB).
