4.0 Architect Registration Examination (A.R.E.)
The Architect Registration Examination is changing for the better. In July 2008, NCARB launched ARE 4.0. The latest version of the exam updates and improves the format by combining graphic and multiple-choice content. ARE 4.0 integrates the exam format while emphasizing the problem-solving skills architects regularly use in day-to-day practice.
The Council has continuously worked toward improving ARE's content, delivery, grading and administration. The evolution of ARE 4.0 was guided by the 2001 Practice Analysis survey conducted by NCARB that provided a comprehensive analysis of the architecture profession.
Benefits of ARE 4.0:
- Seven divisions instead of nine
- Reduced number of trips to the test center
- Better assessment of your knowledge, skills and abilities
- Condensed subject matter-study for a subject all at once
- Integration of multiple choice and graphic content
- Slightly less testing time
For more information on this examination transition, go to NCARB's Web site at www.ncarb.org
ARE 3.1 TO ARE 4.0: SITE PLANNING AND DESIGN
Candidates who will be transitioned from ARE 3.1 to ARE 4.0 only need to pass ARE 3.1's Site Planning to receive credit for ARE 4.0's Site Planning & Design.
The corrected ARE Reverse Transition Chart is available at:
www.ncarb.org/are/40/transition_chart.html
The corrected 2008-2009 Handbook for Interns and Architects is available
at: www.ncarb.org/Forms/handbook.pdf