You can retake a failed division as soon as 60 days after the previous attempt and up to three times within a 12-month period.
How often does NCARB conduct an analysis of practice?
NCARB conducts an analysis of practice every seven to ten years. The most recent survey was distributed in 2022.
How much does the NCARB Certificate cost?
Applying for an NCARB Certificate costs $1,280. The annual renewal fee is $270. Licensure candidates who maintain an active NCARB Record will not have to pay the Certificate application fee and will receive their first year of certification at no additional cost. Learn more on our fees page.
How much does the foreign architect path to certification cost?
The foreign architect path has a maximum fee of $1,280, depending on the cost of your initial NCARB Record application—this is the same as the cost of a standard Certificate application. Note: This does not include the cost of completing the exam, which costs $235 per division. Learn more about the fees associated with establishing and maintaining an NCARB Certificate.
How much does the AXP cost?
To report AXP experience, you’ll need an NCARB Record. Applying for an NCARB Record costs $100 for the first year, with an $85 annual renewal fee. There are no additional costs to participate in the program. Learn more on our fees page.
How much does the ARE cost?
ARE 5.0 includes six divisions and costs $1,410 ($235 per division). Learn more on our fees page.
How much does an NCARB Record cost?
Please visit our fees page to learn more about the costs associated with your NCARB Record.
How many hours do I need to document to complete the AXP?
To complete the AXP, you will need to document a minimum number of hours in each of the six experience areas (totaling 3,740 required hours), performing the tasks identified under six experience areas. Learn more about the AXP’s requirements.
How many CEH does my jurisdiction require for licensure renewal?
Most of the 55 jurisdictions require architects to earn CEH before each license renewal. Find out if your board requires CEH through our Licensing Requirements Tool.
How long does it take for approved hours to appear in my Record?
Approved experience hours are immediately viewable in your AXP hour totals. You may need to log out of your NCARB Record and log back in for the update(s) to appear.