Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc) is an independent center for architectural research. Founded in 1972, SCI-Arc has grown to become a renowned international school of architecture. Located in downtown Los Angeles, SCI-Arc provides students with cutting-edge design instruction, research opportunities, internships, and educational exhibits. SCI-Arc houses its own world-renowned faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and resources that are critical for developing inspiring designs and projects. Designed to be an unbiased platform for creative exploration, SCI-Arc allows students to explore a unique combination of the latest in technology and design. From studios to workshops, lectures, and field trips, SCI-Arc provides its students with the best possible environment to pursue their educational and professional goals.
- Address: 960 E. 3rd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013-1822
- Phone: (213) 613-2200
- Website: www.sciarc.edu/
- Type: Private not-for-profit, 4-year
- Student Population: 481
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 15 to 1
- Calendar System: Trimester
- Application Fee: $85
- Selectivity: Somewhat Selective
Cost
| Tuition and Fees | $49,278 |
| Books and Supplies | $3,200 |
| Room & Board | $13,440 |
| Other | $9,150 |
| Total Cost | $75,068 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: 67%
- SAT Range: 999 – 1336
- ACT Range: 27 – 30
Majors
- Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: #N/A
- Part-time: #N/A
Student Gender
- Male: 57%
- Female: 43%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 0%
- Asian: 8%
- Black or African American: 1%
- Hispanic / Latino: 11%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
- White: 19%
- Two or More Races: 2%
- Unknown: 0%
- Non-resident Alien: 59%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: #N/A
- 25 and Over: #N/A
- Age Unknown: #N/A
Student Residence
- In-State: 0%
- Out-of-State: 100%
- Unknown: 0%