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Explore Demographic Data for Architects and Licensure Candidates

07/30/2025

by Claire Hilton Martínez

Data NCARB by the Numbers Architecture
Learn more about the changing AXP reporting requirement.

The AXP Reporting Requirement Is Changing

07/29/2025

by Claire Hilton Martínez

Architectural Experience Program (AXP) Pathways to Practice
Understand the new reporting requirement policy, effective November 18, 2025.
NCARB experts explain the 2025 AXP changes.

Webinar: How the AXP Changes Will Impact You

07/24/2025

by Claire Hilton Martínez

NCARB Live Architectural Experience Program (AXP) Pathways to Practice
Join us for a live webinar on July 31.
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Understand the Upcoming AXP Changes

07/17/2025

by Claire Hilton Martínez

Architectural Experience Program (AXP) Licensure Pathways to Practice
Changes to the AXP launch November 18, 2025.
NCARB by the Numbers 2025.

NCARB Shares Latest Trends in Architecture Licensure

07/15/2025

by Carson Bear

Data NCARB by the Numbers Architecture
The 14th edition of NCARB by the Numbers is now available.
IPAL policy changes 2025

IPAL Policy Changes Expand Access to Accelerated Licensure Program

07/01/2025

by Claire Hilton Martínez

Education Integrated Path to Architectural Licensure (IPAL)
Download the new IPAL Program Standards, and learn more about the changes effective today, July 1, 2025.
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What Score Do You Need to Pass the ARE?

06/30/2025

by NCARB Staff

ARE 5.0
Explore the outcome of the cut score adjustment process and the scores you need to pass.
Ed Marley was elected as NCARB's 2025-2025 president.

Get to Know Ed Marley, NCARB’s New President

06/24/2025

by Claire Hilton Martínez

NCARB Leadership
Arizona architect Ed Marley shares his journey to licensure and goals to create a more accessible profession.
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What to Expect From NCARB’s 2025 Annual Business Meeting

06/17/2025

by Destiny Johnson

NCARB
NCARB leaders and licensing boards will gather in Scottsdale to discuss issues shaping the future of architectural regulation.
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School Licensing Advisors and How They Support Licensure Candidates

06/11/2025

by Destiny Johnson

Blog Career Tips Study Architecture Community
Balancing the requirements to earn a degree in architecture and earning professional experience can
Respondents with disabilities are more likely to face major challenges on the path to licensure.

Licensure Accessibility: How Do Disabilities Impact Candidates on the Path to Licensure?

06/09/2025

by Jenny Kawecki

Data
A new report explores the impact of disabilities on the path to licensure.

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