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Landscape architecture bridges creative design and ecological science. Professionals in this field understand how vital natural systems are for supporting increasing populations, urban development, and delicate habitats. At the Knowlton School, landscape architecture students merge analytical abilities with design fundamentals, sustainability awareness, and building techniques to explore human-land interactions across diverse contexts. They cultivate adaptable expertise that serves as the basis for professional practice, academic research, and personal growth. The accredited Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture (BSLA) at Ohio State spans four years and qualifies graduates for professional certification. As Ohio's sole program of its kind, it boasts a century-long legacy of excellence.
Applicant must have successful completion of university preparatory courses, high school performance (class rank or GPA), including participation in accelerated programs like Honors, AP and IB; Ohio State does not have minimum requirements for class rank or GPA, Ability and desire to contribute to and engage with a diverse campus community, Experiences that demonstrate leadership or engaged involvement, Status as a first-generation university student, Demonstration of outstanding talent in a particular area and High school performance if adversely affected by physical, mental or learning environment factors. English proficiency level TOEFL: 79 or higher on the internet-based test, 550 or higher on the paper-based test and IELTS: 6.5 or higher