BY EXAMINATION

To qualify to take the Architectural Registration Examination (ARE) in Michigan an applicant must complete education and work experience requirements.

BY RECIPROCITY

To qualify for an Architects license by reciprocity the applicant must complete education, work experience and examination requirements as outlined in the Occupational Code and Administrative Rules for the Board of Architects.

All applicants will be reviewed using the requirements that were in effect in Michigan at the time of the applicants original licensure in their base state. Applicants registered with any of the Canadian provinces will be treated as reciprocal applicants, however, since Canadian applicants must also meet examination requirements to obtain a license in Michigan it may be necessary for them to take the Architectural Registration Examination (ARE).

FIRMS OFFERING ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES

While Michigan only licenses individuals to practice architecture, Section 2010 of the Occupational Code requires that if a firm contracts to provide architectural services in Michigan, at least two-thirds of the principals of the firm need to be licensed in Michigan. If the firm will include principals who are not licensed, each of those unlicensed principals must file for approval with the board office. Forms may be obtained from this site, requested in writing, or by telephone.