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For the art school at the New School in New York City, NY, see Parsons The New School for Design.
NewSchool of Architecture and Design
Typefor-profit college
Established1980; 44 years ago (1980)
AccreditationWASC Senior College and University Commission
Students294
Location
San Diego
,
California
,
United States

32°42′48″N 117°09′12″W / 32.71333°N 117.15333°W / 32.71333; -117.15333[1]
CampusUrban
1.5 blocks
Websitewww.newschoolarch.edu

NewSchool of Architecture & Design (NewSchool or NSAD) is a for-profit college in East Village, San Diego, with approximately 300 students.[2]

NewSchool has two schools: The School of Architecture and Construction Management houses the undergraduate and graduate architecture and construction management programs and the School of Design offers undergraduate design degrees.

NewSchool is owned by Ambow Education Holding.[3] It is regionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).

History

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Richard P. Welsh founded NewSchool of Architecture in 1980. The school was originally located in Chula Vista, California. In 1988, NewSchool relocated to the East Village of San Diego. A year later, Bislin Education Corp. (a subsidiary of Futures in Education, Inc.) acquired NewSchool. NewSchool was primarily focused on architecture and construction management undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

According to journalist Gary Robbins, the school's move came "as artists, architects, designers and other creative people were beginning to move into East Village, changing the look and vibe of the area. Eateries also popped up along with single-occupancy residential hotels. Voters supercharged the boom in 1998, approving construction of a new home for the Padres in the village. Petco Park opened in 2004."

In 2001, ForeFront Education, Inc., acquired the school and changed its name to NewSchool of Architecture & Design.[4]

Ownership under Laureate Education (2008-2020)

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In 2008 Laureate Education acquired NewSchool.[5][6] Laureate's global network of design schools helped form a collaboration between NewSchool and Domus Academy School of Design in Milan, Italy. The collaboration lead to the creation of the Domus Academy School of Design at NewSchool which introduced several new design degrees including Interior Architecture & Design, Product Design, Design Studies and Media Design.[7][8][9]

In 2014, NewSchool was granted regional accreditation by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, (WASC) Senior College and University Commission (SCUC).

In 2016, the schools partnered to launch a Global Design degree where students study two years in Milan and two years in San Diego.[10] In the same year, Marvin J. Malecha, FAIA, DPACSA, became president and Chief Academic Officer. Malecha was a fellow in the American Institute of Architects, where he served as national president in 2009.[11][12][13] Marvin Malecha passed away in May 2020.

In 2020, the NewSchool Board of Directors appointed Denise DeZolt, Ph.D. as the Interim President & Chief Academic Officer of NewSchool of Architecture & Design.

Ownership under Ambow Education (2020-present)

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In the first quarter of 2020, the NewSchool Board of Directors and its parent Laureate Education, Inc. agreed to the transfer of ownership of NewSchool to Ambow NSAD, Inc., a U.S. subsidiary of Ambow Education Holding, Ltd. of the Cayman Islands and Beijing, People's Republic of China.[14] Later that year, the NewSchool Board of Directors appointed Dr. Tom Clawson, former Chair of the NewSchool Board of Directors, as Interim President & Chief Academic Officer of NSAD.[15]

Since 2020 NewSchool has gone through one president and four interim presidents. In 2022, NSAD received a Notice of Concern letter from WASC, its accreditor. According to the letter, the accreditor had concerns about the school's finances, leadership, and dwindling enrollment. The school is on Heightened Cash Monitoring by the US Department of Education.[16][17]

Academics

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Architecture programs

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  • Bachelor of Architecture, First Professional Degree: The Bachelor of Architecture degree program prepares students for an internship in an architectural firm and for eventual licensing as an architect. This degree program is accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) and is typically completed in five academic years of full-time study.[18]
  • Bachelor of Arts in Architecture: The Bachelor of Arts in Architecture program prepares students to enter a Master of Architecture program or pursue other professional degrees. The program emphasizes the foundations of design from technical and aesthetic perspectives. The program is typically completed in four academic years of full-time study.[19]
  • Master of Architecture, First Professional Degree: The Master of Architecture degree program leads to a first professional degree and is fully accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB). Admission to the program requires a baccalaureate degree in any field. The program is typically completed in two to three academic years of full-time study.[20]
  • Master of Architectural Studies: The Master of Architectural Studies degree program is designed for students who want to pursue a career in teaching architecture. The program provides students with a deeper understanding of design principles and theory for students who do not plan to pursue architectural licensing. Admission to the program requires a baccalaureate degree in any field. The program is typically completed in one academic year of full-time study.[21]
  • Master of Science in Architecture: The Master of Science in Architecture degree program is intended for students who are interested in focused architectural research in Neuroscience for Architecture or Healthy Urbanism. The program is typically completed in one academic year of full-time study.[21]
  • Master of Architecture - IPAL: In 2015, NewSchool was one of the first 14 programs in the United States accepted for participation in the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) Integrated Path to Architectural Licensure (IPAL) initiative. NewSchool offers a 4-year accredited program that makes it possible for students to earn their architectural licensure upon graduation.[22]

Construction Management programs

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  • Bachelor of Science in Construction Management: The Bachelor of Science in Construction Management degree program is based on an interdisciplinary curriculum of science, architecture and engineering. The program is typically completed in four years of full-time study.[23] Student teams have won first place in the Associated Schools of Construction Competition (ASC) in Reno in 2013, 2015 and 2016.[24][25]
  • Master of Construction Management: The Master of Construction Management degree program emphasizes business management skills and the integration of construction technology with management, business planning, and professional ethics. The program can be completed in one year of full-time study, depending on individual progress.[26]

Design programs

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  • Bachelor of Interior Architecture & Design.[27]
  • Bachelor of Arts in Product Design.[28]
  • Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design & Interactive Media.[29]

Campus

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Aerial view of school

NewSchool of Architecture & Design (NewSchool) leases 100,000 square feet (9,300 m2) of space in the East Village in downtown San Diego. The main building is on F Street and Park Boulevard. Faculty and staff occupy the buildings on G Street and Park Boulevard.

Accreditation

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Institutional Accreditation: Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Senior College and University Commission[30]

Programmatic Accreditation: National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB)

  • Bachelor of Architecture
  • Master of Architecture

Student outcomes

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According to the College Scorecard, NewSchool's graduation rate is 64 percent. Median earnings for graduates is $54,000. Median total debt after graduation is $32,985.[31]

Ambow Education Holding Ltd.

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Ambow Education Holding Ltd is a Cayman Islands corporation. Jin Huang is the CEO and interim CFO. Ambow's current headquarters is in Cupertino, California.

In 2010, Ambow raised $107 million on the New York Stock Exchange. At its peak, Ambow was valued at $1 billion. But by 2013, Ambow liquidated its assets and reorganized the company amid "allegations of sham transactions and kickbacks at the schools and training firm."[32] In 2015, Ambow completed a reverse stock split to inflate the share price.[33]

According to Ambow Education's financial reports, the People's Republic of China (PRC) government has exerted "substantial influence" over their business.[34]

In 2023, Ambow's other US subsidiary, Bay State College, lost accreditation and closed.[35] Later in the year, Ambow Education began paying some employees in AMBO shares "to improve operating efficiency." Ambow plans another reverse stock split in February 2024 to avoid delisting from the New York Stock Exchange.[36] Ambow Education is current valued at less than $4 million.

See also

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References

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  2. ^ Robbins, Gary. "San Diego's NewSchool of Architecture & Design, once a lively 'idea factory,' is now struggling to survive". www.sandiegouniontribune.com/. San Diego Union Tribune. Retrieved 9 February 2024.
  3. ^ "Ambow Education Holding Ltd". money.cnn.com. CNN Money. Retrieved 18 December 2023.
  4. ^ "History". newschoolarch.edu. NewSchool. Retrieved 27 May 2022.
  5. ^ "Laureate Education buys two U.S. colleges". Baltimore Business Journal. July 16, 2008. Retrieved November 4, 2011.
  6. ^ "History | NewSchool of Architecture & Design in San Diego, California". NewSchool of Architecture & Design.
  7. ^ "Domus Academy School of Design at NSAD Launches Product Design Bachelor's Degree". Archived from the original on 2016-08-18. Retrieved 2016-07-18.
  8. ^ "Domus Academy in Italy". Archived from the original on 2016-07-04. Retrieved 2016-07-18.
  9. ^ Ayyüce, Orhan. "Laureate Education, Inc. Acquires NewSchool of Architecture and Design in San Diego, California". archinect.com. Architect.com. Retrieved 27 May 2022.
  10. ^ Design, NewSchool of Architecture &. "The Domus Academy School of Design at NewSchool-San Diego and Domus Academy-Milan Launch Global Design Degree". www.prnewswire.com (Press release).
  11. ^ "Meet Our President". NewSchool of Architecture & Design.
  12. ^ "Design Dean to Retire at End of Semester". NC State News.
  13. ^ "Marvin J. Malecha Named President of the NewSchool of Architecture & Design - Contract Magazine". www.contractdesign.com. Archived from the original on 6 August 2016. Retrieved 14 January 2022.
  14. ^ Ltd, Ambow Education Holding. "Ambow Education Announces Second Quarter 2020 Financial Results". www.prnewswire.com (Press release). Retrieved 2021-02-21.
  15. ^ "Meet Our President". NewSchool of Architecture & Design. Retrieved 2021-02-21.
  16. ^ "Notice of Concern Letter". Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Retrieved 18 December 2022.
  17. ^ Robbins, Gary (22 December 2022). "San Diego's NewSchool of Architecture & Design, once a lively 'idea factory,' is now struggling to survive". San Diego Union Tribune. Retrieved 2 January 2023.
  18. ^ "Bachelor of Architecture: Bachelor Degree Program | NewSchool". NewSchool of Architecture & Design.
  19. ^ "Bachelor of Arts in Architecture - B.A. Degree Program | NewSchool". NewSchool of Architecture & Design.
  20. ^ "Master of Architecture: NAAB Accredited Degree | NewSchool". NewSchool of Architecture & Design.
  21. ^ a b "Master of Architectural Studies | NewSchool". NewSchool of Architecture & Design.
  22. ^ "IPAL - Integrated Path to Architectural Licensure | NewSchool". NewSchool of Architecture & Design.
  23. ^ "Bachelor of Science in Construction Management | NewSchool". NewSchool of Architecture & Design.
  24. ^ "Video". www.youtube.com. Archived from the original on 2021-12-19. Retrieved 2020-08-17.
  25. ^ "NewSchool Student Team Takes First Place at the ASC Design/Build Competition in Reno". NewSchool of Architecture & Design. February 15, 2016.
  26. ^ "Online Master's in Construction Management Degree | NewSchool". NewSchool of Architecture & Design.
  27. ^ "Bachelor of Interior Architecture & Design". NewSchool of Architecture & Design.
  28. ^ "Bachelor of Arts in Product Design | NewSchool". NewSchool of Architecture & Design.
  29. ^ "BS in Media Design". newschoolarch.edu. Archived from the original on 2016-05-20.
  30. ^ "NewSchool of Architecture and Design | WASC Senior College and University Commission". www.wscuc.org.
  31. ^ "NewSchool of Architecture and Design". collegescorecard.ed.gov. US Department of Education. Retrieved 27 May 2022.
  32. ^ Miller, Matthew; Aldred, Stephen (18 June 2013). "Ambow setback teaches Baring a lesson in China investing". www.reuters.com. Reuters. Retrieved 25 May 2022.
  33. ^ "Ambow Completes Reverse Stock Split". en.prnasia.com. PR Newswire. Retrieved 25 May 2022.
  34. ^ "Form 20-F". www.sec.gov. Securities and Exchange Commission. Retrieved 9 May 2022.
  35. ^ Larkin, Max. "As Bay State College collapses, students feel abandoned". www.wbur.org. WBUR. Retrieved 18 December 2023.
  36. ^ "Ambow Education Announces Second Quarter and First Half of 2023 Financial Results". www.sec.gov. Securities and Exchange Commission. Retrieved 17 December 2023.
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