How to get your architect’s license by direct registration with NCARB

If you have an accredited bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture from a university recognized by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB):

1. Work directly with the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) to complete your:
   • Intern Development Program (IDP) training.
   • and
   • Architect Registration Examination (ARE).
2. After successfully completing the IDP and ARE, have NCARB transmit your record to our office.
3. Send us all of the following
   • A completed Architect Registration Initial Application.
   • A check or money order, payable to the Department of Licensing, for the $125 fee ($50 non-refundable application fee plus $75 initial 2-year registration fee).
   • A written summary of Washington State law and rules. The summary must:
     • Be written in sufficient detail to show a thorough understanding of the laws and rules (approximately 20–30 pages total).
     • Not be a verbatim copy of the law.
     • Be typed and double-spaced, and include:
       • All sections and subsections of RCW 18.08.
       • All sections and subsections of RCW 18.235.
       • All sections and subsections of WAC 308‑12.
       • The title of each subsection of the laws and rules.
       • A signed, dated Law Summary Affidavit.
       Note: You don’t need to summarize redacted sections or subsections of the laws and rules. Footnotes aren’t required.