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Total Number of Architects Stagnant Amid Pandemic Challenges

08/09/2022
Washington, DC—The number of architects licensed in the United States in 2021 stayed the same when...

Morgan State University School of Architecture and Planning becomes first HBCU to join IPAL Initiative

08/08/2022
Morgan State University’s School of Architecture and Planning (SA+P) has been accepted to join the...

Academy of Art University Joins IPAL Initiative

07/25/2022
The Academy of Art University’s School of Architecture has been accepted to join the Integrated Path...

NCARB Updates Certification Guidelines, Model Law and Regulations, and Bylaws

07/12/2022
NCARB made the following changes to its Certification Guidelines, Model Law and Regulations, and...

NCARB Launches Exam Accommodations for ESL Testers

06/27/2022
Candidates who speak English as a second language may now apply for accommodations.

NCARB Report Shows Architectural Field Rebounding and Reforming

06/22/2022
Data from NCARB’s 2022 report illustrates continued recovery from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

NCARB Launches a New Vision Statement

06/21/2022
At NCARB’s June Annual Business Meeting, FY22 President Alfred Vidaurri Jr., NCARB, NOMA, FAIA...

NCARB Launches New Exam Vendor, PSI

06/14/2022
Free practice exams available for candidates.

United States and United Kingdom Ratify Reciprocity Agreement for Architects

06/07/2022
Austin, TX—The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)’s Member Boards have...

NCARB Installs 2022-2023 Board of Directors

06/04/2022
NCARB’s Board of Directors is made up of volunteers from around the country.

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