Apply for the AXP Portfolio

Please note: The AXP Portfolio is designed for unlicensed individuals who need to complete the experience component for initial licensure and cannot complete AXP through hourly reporting. You will still need to meet your jurisdiction’s education requirement and complete the on track for licensure? Apply for the AXP Portfolio by filling out the form below.

Ready to get back on track for licensure? Apply for the AXP Portfolio by filling out the form below.

Keep in mind, this path is only for experienced designers seeking a license to practice architecture. To be eligible, you must:

Not already have a license to practice architecture.
Have two years of experience that is more than five years old.
Have worked for an architect licensed in the United States for at least one year, over five years ago.

Already licensed? Learn more about NCARB certification.

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Have you ever been licensed in a US jurisdiction?

Yes

Since you have a license, you do not need to complete AXP (formerly IDP) through the AXP Portfolio. Are you seeking NCARB certification?

Have you completed the IDP/AXP?

Yes

You do not need to complete the IDP/AXP again. Are you seeking NCARB certification?

Please submit your information below.

First Name

Last Name

Phone Number

NCARB Record Number

Please enter a numeric value only. If you do not have and/or know your NCARB Record Number, please leave blank

Jurisdiction Select

Select the jurisdiction where you are planning to get your first architecture license.

Are you currently working for an architect licensed in the United States?

Yes

Please submit your supervisor’s information below.

Supervisor First Name

Supervisor Last Name

Supervisor Email

Supervisor Phone

Supervisor License Time

How long has your supervisor been licensed in a U.S. jurisdiction? Your supervisor must have had a U.S. license for at least six months.

How long have you worked for your supervisor?

If you do not work for an architect licensed in the United States, you may use a mentor. Please submit your mentor’s information below.

Mentor First Name

Mentor Last Name

Mentor Email

Mentor Phone

Mentor License Time

How long has your mentor been licensed in a U.S. jurisdiction? Your mentor must have had a U.S. license for at least one year.

How long have you known your mentor?

You will need to submit a CV of your employment history to meet the minimum two years of experience that is older than five years requirement, as defined in the AXP Guidelines. You will need to include all past work experience since high school that meets the definitions of experience setting A or O. Complete the AXP Portfolio CV form and upload it as part of your application.

Download the AXP Portfolio CV form

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