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We see ourselves not only as individuals, but a part of change. Our adaptive approach and innovation brings us to the forefront of creating responsible solutions across the professions of architecture, urban planning, landscape architecture and real estate development.

Our students are ready to explore the unknown and come back with creative inspiration. Students are prepared for the future needs of the built environment – a competitive advantage in an increasingly sustainably-focused world.

Sonoran Pentapus design/build structure outside CAPLA

Prospective Students

Learn what it's like to be a student at the College of Architecture, Planning and Landscape Architecture.

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Programs & Degrees

We offer on-campus and online degrees. Find out which one is right for you.

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Financial Aid

An accredited degree is the next step in your design career. Discover financial aid and scholarship information to start your journey.

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Tools & Resources

For current students looking for access to our labs, printers, software, servers and more.

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About CAPLA

The University of Arizona’s College of Architecture, Planning and Landscape Architecture designs the future of built environments. Using the extreme climate of the Sonoran desert as our laboratory, we combine principles of design and science, along with hands-on student experience to ensure communities endure through sustainable solutions.

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the capla experience

Events

Feb. 28 Noon to 1 p.m.

Slow Design, Placemaking and Urban Space Across the Border | Lecture by Lawrence Herzog

Through examples from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and Tijuana, Mexico,this lecture explores ways of thinking about urban space through the lens of placemaking and ‘slow design’.

March 2 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

EcoDistricts: Putting Neighborhoods at the Center of the Sustainability Movement | Lecture by Rob Bennett

Wonder House in Austin | The University of Arizona

March 13 All Day

CAPLA @ SXSW in Austin

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From The Studio

Environmental Science Laboratory

This fall, students of the ARC 461p and 561p, Environmental Science Laboratory, finished construction and testing of their innovative 'Cool Towers'. This energy-saving technology was initially developed here at the University of Arizona.