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In 2020, NCARB partnered with NOMA to conduct a survey exploring disparity on the path to licensure. Read More

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In 2020, NCARB partnered with NOMA to conduct a survey exploring disparity on the path to licensure. Read More

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Why NCARB Updates the ARE

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Nichole Wayman: Completing the AXP Through the Portfolio Option

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Senior Architectural Designer Nichole Wayman shares her advice for navigating the AXP Portfolio. Read More

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As of August 18, 2020, NCARB has issued an additional six-month rolling clock extension to all ARE candidates with valid divisions passed as of March 1, 2020. Read more.

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