GRE General Test is required (Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytical). TOEFL 600 (paper-based), 100 (internet-based). For dual degree with MArchs: A Bachelor's degree with high academic standing from a recognized institution or, in the judgment of the department, the equivalent of this degree.
Two semesters of satisfactory study in college-level mathematics (such as, algebra, geometry, pre-calculus, calculus).
Two semesters of satisfactory study in college-level natural sciences (such as, physics, biology, chemistry).
Six semesters of satisfactory study in college-level humanities and/or social sciences. For dual degree with SMArchs: a bachelor's degree with high academic standing from a recognized institution. In most cases SMArchS students hold professional degrees in architecture from accredited universities.
Excellence in design, previous technical studies, proven facility in a computational environment and other specific skills may be used as admissions criteria depending on the area of study being pursued.
Students who have been admitted to either the Department of Urban Studies and Planning or the Department of Architecture can propose a program of joint work in the two fields that will lead to the simultaneous awarding of two degrees