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Best Architecture Schools in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania has 5 colleges offering Architecture programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 140 recent graduates. Graduates in Pennsylvania earn $50,192 on average within two years — 13% above the national average of $44,489, making the state one of the stronger markets for this field.

5
Schools in PA
$50,192
PA Avg. Earnings
$44,489
National Avg.
91
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Architecture in Pennsylvania

Public Schools (1)
$47,260
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (4)
$50,925
avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $3,665 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Architecture Schools in Pennsylvania, Ranked by Earnings

#1
D

Drexel University

Philadelphia, PA · Private

$54,576
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $56,215
Graduates: 58
Acceptance: 77.5%
#2
C

Carnegie Mellon University

Pittsburgh, PA · Private

$53,775
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $44,216
Graduates: 32
Acceptance: 11.4%
#3
T

Thomas Jefferson University

Philadelphia, PA · Private

$48,087
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 86.1%
#4
M

Marywood University

Scranton, PA · Private

$47,260
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $46,378
Graduates: 50
Acceptance: 83.7%
#5
T

Temple University

Philadelphia, PA · Public

$47,260
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 82.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Architecture in Pennsylvania?
Drexel University ranks #1 for Architecture in Pennsylvania with median graduate earnings of $54,576 within two years of graduation. There are 5 schools offering Architecture programs in the state.
How much do Architecture graduates earn in Pennsylvania?
Architecture graduates in Pennsylvania earn an average of $50,192 within two years of graduation. This is 13% above the national average of $44,489 for this major.
What is the hardest Architecture school to get into in Pennsylvania?
Carnegie Mellon University is the most selective Architecture program in Pennsylvania with an acceptance rate of 11.4%. The average acceptance rate across Architecture programs in the state is 68.3%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Architecture in Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, private Architecture programs produce average earnings of $50,925 vs $47,260 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 1 public and 4 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Pennsylvania

Computer Science $80,288 Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other $75,470 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $75,030 Industrial Engineering $72,729 Business/Managerial Economics $71,719 Materials Engineering $71,420 Chemical Engineering $71,371 Computer Engineering $71,016
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Data updated June 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.