📖Introduction

Amherst College boasts a rich history and a strong tradition of producing influential leaders, scholars, and innovators. The college's academic philosophy centers on an open curriculum, allowing students the freedom to explore a broad range of disciplines and tailor their educational journey to their interests. With a low student-to-faculty ratio, Amherst emphasizes close mentorship, fostering meaningful connections between students and faculty.

At Amherst, a vibrant intellectual community thrives, driven by a diverse student body hailing from various backgrounds and perspectives. The campus is characterized by a commitment to inclusivity and a culture that encourages dialogue, critical thinking, and the pursuit of knowledge. Beyond academics, Amherst offers a rich array of extracurricular activities, ensuring a holistic college experience. Whether engaging in groundbreaking research, participating in community service, or contributing to the arts, students at Amherst are equipped to make a positive impact on the world.

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📚About the Program

The Architectural Studies Program emphasizes not the techniques of architecture, but rather the ideas behind it. Students choose among courses in areas such as sustainable design, urban planning and architectural history, theory and criticism. The Architectural Studies major firmly places the study of architecture in the liberal arts by encompassing the history, theory, philosophy, design, and science of the built environment. The major draws on resources and faculty from a range of disciplines across the college, which include art history, history, literature, economics, urban studies, visual and media arts, gender studies, physics, psychology, sociology, anthropology, and environmental studies. With the guidance of their Program advisor, Amherst students create an individualized course of study that may include, among others, architectural design, sustainable design, urban planning, and architectural history, theory, and criticism. Show less
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🏫About Amherst College

Amherst College stands as a beacon of liberal arts education, known for its unwavering commitment to intellectual exploration and academic freedom. Distinctive in its embrace of an open curriculum, Amherst empowers students to shape their educational path by encouraging interdisciplinary studies and fostering an environment that champions curiosity and critical thinking. With a history dating back to the early 19th century, the college has cultivated a reputation for producing graduates who not only excel academically but also embody the values of diversity, inclusion, and a deep appreciation for the pursuit of knowledge. The close-knit community, coupled with a dedication to mentorship and a vibrant campus life, defines Amherst College as a preeminent institution dedicated to shaping well-rounded, thoughtful leaders of tomorrow.

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:
  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

560 RMB

Tuition fee:

66,650 USD per year

266,600 USD in total

Insurance is 2,934 USD.

❓✅❌ Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

The minimum age is 18.

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.

Minimum education level: High School.

The program is quite competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average B, 60%, or a high GPA.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • Passport
  • Graduation certificate
  • Passport size photo
  • Official transcript
  • Personal statement
  • English certificate (You can take the English test online)
  • Guarantor letter

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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Here is some more information about the enrollment process after you have been accepted.

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