The Master of Landscape Architecture degree is accredited by the Landscape Architectural Accreditation Board (LAAB).

The LAAB is the accrediting organization for landscape architectural programs. As such, the LAAB develops standards to objectively evaluate landscape architectural programs and judges whether a school’s landscape architectural program is in compliance with the accreditation standards.

The LAAB is comprised of landscape architecture practitioners and academicians, representatives from landscape architecture collateral organizations and public representatives. The collateral organizations are the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA), Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards (CLARB) and Council of Educators in Landscape Architecture (CELA).

The next LAAB Site Visit will take place Fall 2021.

Kansas State University's accredited landscape architecture degree qualifies graduates to take the Landscape Architect Registration Examination (LARE). The Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards (CLARB) writes, administers, and grades the LARE. Each state sets its own requirements for licensure and the timing of taking the LARE. Many states now allow applicants to begin taking the exam after graduation - but not all. CLARB provides the latest information on state rules regarding when applicants can begin taking the exam. Many states also have a rolling 5-year clock for taking the exam, meaning that you must pass all sections within 5 years of taking the first section. Be sure to review the information provided by the state licensure board where you intend to earn your first license.

The Master of Landscape Architecture degree is STEM CIP 03.0103 Environmental Studies.

Offered by the Department of Landscape Architecture and Regional & Community Planning, this program is for students who wish to expand their knowledge of community planning and development processes. The Community Planning Minor is open to all majors and is especially suited for those interested in the quality of life in communities.

Offered by the Department of Horticulture & Natural Resources, the Horticulture Minor is a great enhancement to your Master of Landscape Architecture.

Offered by the College of Business Administration, the business minor is for students who will use business concepts and principles to improve their services and products.

Offered by the Staley School of Leadership, the Leadership Studies Minor will give you the confidence to exercise leadership in your career, community, and life.