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a closer look

Student Life

Tulane is an academically rigorous research institution that offers world class student services and a rich and engaging student life.

The Tulane School of Architecture (TuSA) is comprised of approximately 1,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is a close-knit community of makers and thinkers working together to develop their skills as designers. Faculty members are knowledgeable and accessible, with a genuine interest in student achievement and experience. Small, engaging classes allow students to receive personalized attention crucial to the creative process. 

Students are supported in a dynamic studio culture with a dedicated academic advising and student success team. Several student organizations provide the opportunity for leadership within the larger TuSA community.

TuSA Student Affairs is informed by the 8 Dimensions of Wellness and provides weekly student programming that supports students’ health and wellness. Key regular programming such as Lagniappe Wednesday, Graduate Nights, and more are meant to help create a greater sense of community for our students and work to address the demands of studio life.

Major advising within TuSA is handled by the our advising team led by Andrew Lorelli.

Personalized career services led by Kristen Jones are available to TuSA students through one-on-one career advising, career workshops and events, dynamic resources and communications, and an elective course.

TuSA's academic policies, material lists, teaching and learning studio culture philosophy, and computer requirements.

TuSA sponsors various overseas programs of study, research, and travel. These programs include a Travel Fellowship opportunities and international research studios.

TuSA offers eight student-led organizations that provide students with social, cultural, and professional leadership opportunities.

The Architecture Peer Success Leaders (APSLs) Program is a peer support program for all undergraduate students at the school to provide support, encouragement, and guidance to their peers.