NewSchool of Architecture and Design 2015-2016 Catalog Addendum
Effective October 2015
The information contained in this addendum supplements or replaces information found in the
2015/2016 catalog.
The following changes reflect current information about NewSchool of Architecture and Design.
The NewSchool of Architecture and Design Catalog 2015-2016 is in effect from 10/1/15 to
10/1/16. Any changes to catalog content during this time will be noted on addenda posted on the
NSAD website catalog page.
Accreditations (page 9)
NewSchool is approved by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education, under the California
Department of Consumer Affairs. This means NewSchool is in compliance with the standards set
forth by to the California Private Postsecondary Education Act (CPPEA) of 2009, which is effective
January 1, 2010. Under Section 94802(a) of CPPEA. The Act is administered by The Bureau can be
reached at: PO Box 980818, West Sacramento, CA, 95798-0818,
English Language Requirements (page 20)
All courses at NewSchool of Architecture and Design are taught in English. Therefore, non-U.S.
citizens are required to demonstrate English proficiency.
Distance Education (page 65)
NewSchool of Architecture and Design programs and courses are of high quality and studentcentered regardless of modality of delivery. NSAD expects reasonable response times from all
instructors. Specifically, mailed responses or evaluations of written material, such as papers,
assignments, projects, etc. will be sent no later than one week after receipt if assignments are
requested through the mail and are postmarked by the expected due date.
Licensing Requirements for Licensure (page 86 for B.Arch.; page 119 for M.Arch.)
Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Architecture or Master of Architecture licensure programs are
required to meet all licensure requirements as outlined by the California Architects Board
http://www.cab.ca.gov/candidates/becoming_a_licensed_architect/.
Facilities and Equipment (Under Academic information, page 57)
Students at NewSchool of Architecture and Design study in classrooms and studios designed to
promote collaborative, integrative learning in a professional environment. Learning spaces at
NSAD meet or exceed expectations of professional guidelines. Students have access to equipment
and materials unique to their programs of study. Specific examples follow:
Program of Study
Interior Architecture and Design
Game Development
Architecture
All programs
Facilities/Equipment
Materials library
Occulus Rift virtual reality
Materials Lab including a 3-D printer
Specialized software such as Revit, Rhino, Unity,
ZBrush, Unreal Render Engine, Maya
Quarterly Tuition
Effective July 1, 2015
Undergraduate
Architecture
Construction Management
Media Design
Interior Architecture & Design
Product Design
Animation, Game
Programming
Game Art
Strategic Design &
Management
Full Time
Students
12 to 18 Units
Quarterly Rate
Greater
than 18
Units
Per Unit
Rate
Total
Program
Cost
12 Units
Per Unit Rate
$8,646
$8,646
$6,695
$6,695
$6,695
$751
$751
$592
$592
$592
$751
$751
$592
$592
$592
$128,550
$128,550
$80,100
$80,100
$80,100
$6,695
$6,695
$592
$592
$592
$592
$80,100
$80,100
$6,695
$592
$592
$80,100
Graduate
Architecture
$9,229
$802
$802
Construction Management
$7,169
$597
$597
$54,810
(2-year
program)
$28,676
(2-year
program)
Students that matriculated on or before September 30, 2007 and who have been continuously
enrolled (except for summer quarters) at NewSchool may be eligible for a different rate.
Applicable programs include B Architecture, M Architecture, Media Design.
Fee Rates
Effective July 1,2015
Student Operation Fee (Per Quarter; Non-Refundable)
(Includes Copy and Printing Fees, Studio, Lab,
School Access and ID Card, Library & Career
Services, Student Activity Fee)
$175.00
Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) (State of California Mandate)
STRF rate is based on institutional charges (Tuition and Fees):
$0.00 per
$0.00 per $1000 for the entire program (one-time collection)
$1000
Health Insurance Fees
Health Insurance Premium¹
$1,980/year
(Health insurance is required and may be waived with proof of comparable coverage)
¹ Health Insurance Premium is subject to change
Additional Fees As Incurred
Application Fee (NonRefundable)
Late Registration Fee
Fee to Add or Drop a course after the Add/Drop period
Administrative Fee for Tuition Refunds (up
to 60% of coursework)
Late Payment Fee
Returned Check Fee
Transcript Fee
Graduation Fee
(Includes official transcript, engraved diploma, degree audits
and other administrative fees necessary for processing degree
conferral)
Course Challenge Fee
Overdue Library Book Fee
Student ID Replacement Fee (one
replacement free)
$75.00
$250.00
$50.00
$100.00
$25.00
$35.00
$10.00
$250.00
$500.00
$0.25/day
$25.00
NewSchool of Architecture & Design reserves the right to review and modify tuition
and fees prior to each academic year and will attempt to give notification of
changes prior to the beginning of classes (non-refundable application fee excluded).