Landscape Architecture

The Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture at Rutgers University-Camden offers a comprehensive educational experience designed to prepare students for a dynamic and evolving profession focused on the design, planning, and sustainable management of outdoor environments. This program combines rigorous coursework in environmental design, ecology, plant science, and landscape architecture principles with practical, hands-on learning opportunities. Students will explore the integration of natural and built environments, gaining skills in site analysis, landscape grading, urban design, and ecological restoration, all aimed at creating functional, aesthetically pleasing, and environmentally responsible landscapes. The curriculum emphasizes sustainable design practices, environmental stewardship, and the social impacts of landscape architecture, preparing graduates to address contemporary challenges such as climate change, urbanization, and natural resource conservation. Through studio work, design projects, internships, and collaborations with community organizations, students develop their creative and technical abilities, fostering a strong foundation for professional practice or graduate studies. The program is designed to meet the educational requirements for licensure and registration in landscape architecture, providing a pathway to become licensed landscape architects. With access to state-of-the-art facilities, expert faculty, and vibrant campus resources, students are encouraged to engage in research, participate in design competitions, and contribute to real-world projects that enhance the quality of life in communities. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be equipped with the knowledge, skills, and ethical understanding necessary to excel in various fields within landscape architecture, including urban planning, environmental consulting, park design, and sustainability initiatives. The Rutgers University-Camden landscape architecture program is committed to fostering innovative thinking, environmental responsibility, and a dedication to improving the landscapes and environments where people live, work, and play, making it an ideal choice for aspiring landscape architects seeking a leading education in the field.

Detailed Course Facts

• USD 13683 Year (National)
• USD 27978 Year (International)

• English

Course Content

• Quantitative Skills
• Professional Ethics
• Environmental Planning Sequence
• Design Sequence
• Visualization Sequence
• Construction Sequence
• Plants/Ecology Sequence
• History/Theory Sequence

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6.5 TOEFL paper-based test score : 550 TOEFL iBT® test : 79

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Requirements

Our primary emphasis is placed on the student’s academic promise as demonstrated by:

• completion of required entrance subjects
• academic performance in high school or its equivalent:
• strength of academic program (number/type of academic, honors, or advanced placement courses completed)
• grades and grade trends
• weighted grade-point average(s)
• cumulative rank, when available
• SAT and/or ACT scores
• English Proficiency Examination results, when required

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Alumni Study Travel Fund

  Scholarships for students who are already attending the University of Reading.

• Amsterdam Merit Scholarships

  The University of Amsterdam aims to attract the world’s brightest students to its international classrooms. Outstanding students from outside the European Economic Area can apply for an Amsterdam Merit Scholarship.

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey.

Funding

Rutgers uses your FAFSA to develop a financial-aid package based on your qualifications, financial need and the funds available to the university. Your package may include any or a combination of these major financial aid sources:

• Gift aid does not require repayment and is divided into three categories: grants (which recognize financial need) and scholarships and awards (which recognize academic merit, special talents, or other achievements).
• Loans must be repaid (usually after graduation) and can come from private lenders as well as federal, state and university sources.
• Work-study allows students to earn money for college expenses while gaining valuable skills - often in their intended field.

Accreditation

• Rutgers is a member—so are Harvard, Yale, and Berkeley—of the prestigious Association of American Universities, the 61 leading research universities in North America.
• More than 175 Rutgers research centers support pioneering work in stem cells, climate change, DNA analysis, and more.
• Rutgers’ international reputation draws top students from more than 130 countries and all 50 states.