Master of Architecture in Houston United States | University of Texas at Arlington

Hold a baccalaureate (B.S. or B.A.) degree from an accredited program in a subject outside architecture, such as liberal arts, sciences, business, or another profession.
Have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 as calculated by Graduate Admissions.
Have a minimum total score of 297 on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE)with a minimum score of 154 in the verbal portion. 
Submit three letters of recommendation from sources who are familiar with the applicant's academic record, preferably former professors. (For applicants who have been out of school for an extended period, letters of recommendation may be from professional sources if academic ones are no longer available).
Submit a short 200-word personal statement providing evidence of professional or academic goals consistent with the Architecture Program.
For applicants whose native language is not English, a minimum score of 6.5 on the IELTS, or a minimum TOEFL iBT total score of 79 is required. Further, when the TOEFL iBT is taken, sectional scores of at least 22 on the Writing section, 21 on the Speaking section, 20 on the Reading section, and 16 on the Listening section are preferred.  For otherwise highly qualified candidates, this requirement may be eased.
Submission of a design portfolio is optional. Candidates are encouraged to submit portfolios of creative work including freehand drawings or sketches, painting, graphic design, architectural or furniture design.