The following information on academic policies and procedures specifically pertains to students enrolled in Junior Year of the Undergraduate Program through the Master of Architecture Program and the Master of Urban Design Degree Program.
Students enrolled in the Doctoral Program in Architecture (Master of Science, Ph.D.) or the Urban and Regional Planning Program (Master of Urban Planning, Ph.D. in UTEP) must refer to the Horace H. Rackham School of Graduate Studies online publications for the most up-to-date information on admission, programs of study, courses, fees and expenses, financial support, academic standards, and various other policies at the web address below:
Office of Admissions
Horace H. Rackham School of Graduate Studies
The University of Michigan
106 Rackham Building
915 E. Washington Street
Ann Arbor , MI 48109-1070
Phone: (734) 764-8129
Fax: (734) 647-7740
Email: rackadmis@umich.edu
Web: http://www.rackham.umich.edu/
Admission Admission requirements and procedures are described in this section under Undergraduate Program, Junior Year Admission and under Master of Architecture Degree, 2G or 3G Options.
Readmission Students returning to the Architecture Program who have not been enrolled for more than 12 months must formally apply for readmission. Inquiries should be directed to:
Architecture Program Admissions A. Alfred Taubman College of Architecture + Urban Planning
The University of Michigan
2150 Art and Architecture Building
2000 Bonisteel Boulevard
Ann Arbor , MI 48109-2069
Phone: (734) 764-1649
Fax: (734) 763-2322
The application for readmission should be filed no later than two months before the beginning of the term of re-enrollment. No application fee is required.
Orientation Taubman College does not participate in the University Summer Orientation Program, but instead, conducts its own orientation program just prior to the start of fall term classes. It is important that all entering students attend. Students will receive detailed orientation information by early August.
Registration
Students are officially enrolled for a term at the time of registration. Each student completes this registration process by using Wolverine Access, a web-based information system. Directions for Wolverine Access registration are in the “University of Michigan Schedule of Courses” for a selected term. A late registration fee will be assessed to students who register after the end of the scheduled registration period for any term or program. Please refer to the section on “Fees and Expenses.”
Computer Hardware + Software Recommendations A personal computer is an essential tool for learning and professional work in the programs offered at Taubman College of Architecture + Urban Planning. Our students master computing technologies and use them throughout the curriculum. Although the College provides desktop computing clusters in various locations throughout the building and also hosts a campus computing site, it is strongly recommended each student provide his or her own personal computer.
Before making a purchase, students should consult the current hardware and software recommendations on the TCAUP Help Desk website here.
Academic Counseling
The chair of the Architecture Program coordinates academic counseling. Throughout their period of enrollment, students are encouraged to consult with various members of the faculty regarding academic and career goals. Students enrolled in Year 5 are required to have a Program Planning Form, signed by a faculty advisor, on file with the College Registrar. Although faculty and administrators may assist a student in arranging an academic program, the student is ultimately responsible for meeting all program and degree requirements.
Withdrawal from Program A student who terminates his or her enrollment during the term is required to officially withdraw. The student is responsible for initiating the withdrawal; he or she should contact the College Registrar. Any refund of fees is handled in accordance with University regulations as described in the section on Fees and Expenses.
Student Records
An academic file is maintained by the College for each student. The file contains admission materials, academic records and transcripts, correspondence, etc. The College endorses the University’s Policy on Student Records, which meets the standards set forth in the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. Each student has the right to examine all materials in his or her file, except as prohibited by the above policies.
The College Registrar and the administrative officers of the College, or their appointed representatives, shall have direct access to all records.
All other persons, including faculty, may have access to portions of a student’s record only when so authorized by the student.
Joint/Dual Degrees
Students wishing to pursue a dual degree program other than those described are advised to contact the College Registrar. Requests are approved on an individual basis.
Officer Education Programs
Officer education training programs are available to all students enrolled in the University of Michigan. Enrollment in officer education programs is voluntary, but the University and the armed forces expect each student who volunteers to meet the full obligations accepted. Since there are minor variations in the programs, interested students are encouraged to consult the chairpersons of the respective Army, Navy, and Air Force Officer Education Programs for information.
Questions regarding the granting of academic credit for Officer Education Program course elections for students in the Architecture Program should be directed to the College Registrar.
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