The SoA incorporates “field trip week” each semester, with opportunities to travel with faculty to cities around the country. Recent visits include NYC, Chicago, Philadelphia, Boston, and more.
The SoA has three design research centers: 1) Digital Design Center; 2) Center for Integrated Building Design Research; 3) Design and Society Research Center.
The SoA was recognized by “Architect Magazine” as one of the top five design build programs in the country.
The SoA is comprised of approximately 250 undergraduate and 100 graduate students, with 25 full-time faculty and approximately 10 visiting instructors.
The Undergraduate Program attracts over 350 applications annually for 64 seats in the first year design studio.
The Department’s string program has grown rapidly to include three orchestras, and an extensive chamber music program.
The SoA is only 1 of 2 architecture programs in the country that offer a Bachelor of Arts, a Bachelor of Architecture, and a Master of Architecture within the same School.
The Department’s Symphonic Wind Ensemble has grown to be one of the finest college bands in the Southeast.
Advanced undergraduate and graduate students have opportunities to engage in faculty research during their course of study.
UNCC Dance nurtures creativity and builds a solid foundation for dance.
Of the Music Department’s faculty - three are Music Directors in local churches.
The School of Architecture (SoA is fully-accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB).
The BA in Dance Education with courses in place since 1978, is one of the two first programs licensing teachers in dance education in the North Carolina.
Of the Music Department’s faculty - one is an acclaimed Bosendorfer piano artist and co-author of a widely used text for piano pedagogy.
Of the Music Department’s faculty - one is the Past-President of the International Trombone Association.
The Department of Dance established the 1st undergraduate certificate at UNC Charlotte in 1999 with its Professional Training Certificate in Dance partnering with the North Carolina Dance Theatre
The Department of Music generates over 60 performances annually.
The Department of Music offers three undergraduate degrees, and will soon offer a Masters of Art in Music Education.
Students gain practical experience to develop as scholars and artists.
To become a licensed architect, an individual must possess a Professional degree in architecture from a program accredited by NAAB.
The SoA offers approximately 15 graduate assistantships annually, providing opportunities for students to work with and support faculty in the areas of teaching and research.
Of the Music Department’s faculty - one is the Vice president of the National Association of Teachers of Singing.
The University Chorale recently completed a its first-ever international tour, performing in Rome, Venice, Florence, and other Italian cities.
Of the Music Department’s faculty - eleven perform with the Charlotte Symphony.
Of the Music Department’s faculty - one is former alto sax player with the Harry Connick Orchestra.
