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Architecture Registration Examination

The Architect Registration Examination® (ARE®) assesses candidates for their knowledge, skills, and ability to provide the various services required in the practice of architecture. The ARE has been adopted for use by all 54 U.S. Member Boards and the Canadian provincial and territorial architectural associations as a registration examination required for architectural registration.

Requirements

Florida Registration Board Requirements

CLICK HERE to learn more about Initial Licensure by Examination / NCARB Direct Registration. This is the traditional ­path for becoming licensed in the state of Florida.

Fees

Each exam costs $250.

ARE Toolkit

• ARE Guidelines.
• Test your knowledge and view some examples with the Exam Guide.

ARE Resources

• ­August 31 ARE Panel recording
• ARE Study Resources
• Amberbook Discount: There is an exclusive rate to AIA & NOMA members of $255/month per individual. This link, takes you to the ARE Prep checkout page (for a monthly subscription) with the discount already applied. The discount code aia24amber can also be used at our regular checkout.­
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