The BS in Building Performance & Environmental Design at Palomar College offers a unique, sustainability-focused pathway into the architecture field. With a dramatically lower cost than traditional NAAB-accredited programs, it provides an accessible and innovative alternative for students pursuing licensure through California’s education + experience pathway.
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General Cost Estimate
- Total Estimated Cost: $15,000 for the 2-year upper-division courses
- Annual Estimate: Approximately $7,500 per year
Fees, Materials, and Supplies by Semester
Note: These costs reflect the upper-division portion of the BS-BPED program only. Students must complete a 2-year associate degree prior to admission, which incurs additional costs not included here.
***An alternative for the summer abroad semester will be offered for those who have travel restrictions.
Cost Comparison: Architecture-Related Degrees in California
Note: The cost estimates shown reflect only the upper-division portion of the BPED program.