Social Security Benefits. While the federal government taxes up to 85% of Social Security benefits, the majority of states exclude Social Security from state income tax. Iowa is the newest member of that groupâas of 2014, Iowa has completely phased out its state tax on Social Security benefits.
In most states, you must work for a licensed architect, in an architectural firm, for between five to 10 years to qualify for an architectural license without a degree. 3. Participate in the NCARB Internship Development Program, if required by your state. The program is in addition to work experience.
Students who have already earned a bachelor's degree in another field like architectural history or construction management and want to pursue a career as an architect may matriculate to a Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) program. These advanced programs are also open to applicants who have professional B.Arch.n order to be licensed, prospective architects must complete an internship administered by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB). The internship program requires completing a minimum of 5,600 hours of training.