Best Architecture Schools in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania has 6 colleges offering Architecture programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 192 recent graduates. Graduates in Pennsylvania earn $50,302 on average within two years — 13% above the national average of $44,559, making the state one of the stronger markets for this field.

Schools in PA

$50,302

PA Avg. Earnings

$44,559

National Avg.

100

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Architecture in Pennsylvania

Public Schools (2)

$49,058

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (4)

$50,925

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $1,867 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

Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus

University Park, PA · Public

$50,856

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $51,482

Graduates: 52

Acceptance: 54.2%

Carnegie Mellon University

Pittsburgh, PA · Private

$53,775

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $44,216

Graduates: 32

Acceptance: 11.4%

Drexel University

Philadelphia, PA · Private

$54,576

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $56,215

Graduates: 58

Acceptance: 77.5%

Marywood University

Scranton, PA · Private

$47,260

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $46,378

Graduates: 50

Acceptance: 83.7%

Thomas Jefferson University

Philadelphia, PA · Private

$48,087

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 86.1%

Temple University

Philadelphia, PA · Public

$47,260

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 82.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Architecture in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus ranks #1 for Architecture in Pennsylvania with median graduate earnings of $50,856 within two years of graduation. There are 6 schools offering Architecture programs in the state.

How much do Architecture graduates earn in Pennsylvania?

Architecture graduates in Pennsylvania earn an average of $50,302 within two years of graduation. This is 13% above the national average of $44,559 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 66.0%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Architecture in Pennsylvania?

In Pennsylvania, private Architecture programs produce average earnings of $50,925 vs $49,058 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 2 public and 4 private options in the state.

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.