| What area are you in?
As far as getting a jumpstart on portfolio and basics, many people in your situation do one of several summer programs (hosted by UCLA, USC, SCI-Arc, Cornell, Harvard GSD, probably tons more I don't know about...) that are like a month-long bootcamp for architecture. Another option is to find a local school that offers evening classes. Even if you can't find too many architecture specific classes, drawing and graphic design are very helpful for the portfolio.
In terms of finding out about the application process, I would look at the NAAB website to find the list of schools that are accredited, maybe the Design Intelligence rankings just as a jumping off point (don't take them too literally though), and just start looking at schools' websites. You'll want to look at the M.Arch I programs. |