Landscape Architecture, B.L.A.
What Can You Do With This Major?
We gathered data from our past graduates and found that most URI alumni who majored in Landscape Architecture, B.L.A. go on to work in these industries among others.
Landscape Design
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Landscape Designer | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Designer | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Designer | $ 30,000 - $ 39,000 |
| Design Drafter | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Associate Landscape Designer | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Lead Gardener | $ 20,000 - $ 29,000 |
| Landscape Architectural Designer | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Landscape Project Manager | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Project Manager | $ 100,000 - $ 110,000 |
| Principal Landscape Architect | $ 90,000 - $ 99,000 |
Other Landscapte Design Business
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Interior Designer | $ 30,000 - $ 39,000 |
| Horticultural Assistant | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Deisgner/Horticulturalist | $ 30,000 - $ 39,000 |
| Senior Planner | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| Softscape Laborer | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| HR Recruitment Manager | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Associate Director of Operations | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Enhancement Manager | $ 100,000 - $ 109,000 |
| Land Planner | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Landscape Designer | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
State and Federal Government
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Horticultural Assistant | $ 20,000 - $ 29,000 |
| City Planner | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| Junior Landscape Architect | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| Park Manager | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| Horticulturalist | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Landscape Report Writer | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Project Manager | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Director of Planning | $ 150,000 + |
Where Can You Find URI Graduates?
Many alumni who majored in Landscape Architecture, B.L.A. go on to pursue advanced degrees or careers across the globe.
Top Graduate Schools Enrolling Our Students
Elmhurst University | University of Rhode Island | Ashford University | University of Massachusetts-Boston | University of Massachusetts-Amherst | State University of New York | The Conway School | University of Maryland | University of Colorado at Denver | Northeastern University
Top Employers Hiring Our Grads
Proscape Landscaping Management, Corp. | Madlinger Exterior Design | Town of Narragansett | Aquidneck Landworks | The Walt Disney Company | Costa Brothers Masonry, Inc. | R. P. Marzilli and Co., Inc. | Atla Planning + Design, Inc. | Hawk Design Inc | Michael Lloyd Landscape Architecture | Azalea Gardens, LLC | City and County of Denver | Thistle Dew Nicely Limited | The F A Bartlett Tree Expert Company | Activitas, Inc. | Barton and Loguidice, P.C. | Beta Group Inc | Bohler Engineering | Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens Inc | Traverse Landscape Arhictects
What Do Employers Look for in a Candidate?
Across all majors, employers want to hire recent graduates who have the core skills that lead to a successful career. Ask your academic advisor which courses introduce or build upon these 8 Career Readiness competencies. After that, your Career Education Specialist (CES) can help you demonstrate these acquired skills and experiences in your resume.
Career Readiness for All Majors:
- Critical thinking
- Oral and written communication
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Digital technology
- Professionalism
- Career and self development
- Equity and inclusion
Landscape Architecture, B.L.A. Skills:
These skills are recommended and ranked by URI alumni with this major.
- Landscape Design
- SketchUp (3D Modeling Software)
- AutoCAD
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe InDesign
Contact
Roosevelt Hall
90 Lower College Rd
Kingston, RI 02881
401.874.2993 (ph) / 401.874.5085 (f)
