If you’re preparing to test on or after April 27, be sure to use NCARB’s updated practice exams.

Join us for a live webinar on February 24.

Plan on taking the ARE this year? Check out these tips to help you prepare!

This blog has been updated on February 6, 2026, to reflect the latest information on score reports

The latest version of the Guidelines includes updates to exam objectives and descriptions, as well as case studies.

Understand the ins and outs of the ARE changes coming April 27, 2026.

Avoid these common mistakes while preparing for and completing an Architect Registration Examination division online.

Architect Quyen Ly shares her tips for taking the ARE, especially for candidates who speak English as a second language.

NCARB’s How it Works video series demystifies NCARB’s process, including the Architect Registration Examination® (ARE®).

NCARB will update case studies and exam objectives to align with the Competency Standard.