ARE 5.0

Architecture and the Recession: The Benefits of Licensure

How can you make yourself a valuable employee, even in times of economic uncertainty? By getting your license.

NCARB

NCARB Retires Rolling Clock Policy

NCARB has retired their rolling clock policy, moving toward a more equitable and fair score validity model. What does this mean for you?

Architect Education

Carrying it Forward: The Power of Mentorship in Architecture

How to find a mentor in architecture, why these relationships matter, and how strong community ties can help enrich your career.

ARE 5.0

How to Identify the Right ARE 5.0 Study Materials for your Learning Style

How to choose the right ARE 5.0 study materials for your learning style

ARE 5.0

ARE Tutoring vs. Online Test Prep: Which is Right for You?

What are the benefits of online test prep for the ARE 5.0? Learn more about the differences between tutoring and online prep.

NCARB

NCARB Technical Issues: What You Need to Know

What to do if you were impacted by NCARB's technical issues during your exam, and how to study going forward.

ARE 5.0

How to Get Your Firm to Pay for ARE Prep Resources

This guide will help you get your firm to pay for Black Spectacles test prep so you can pass the ARE.

ARE 5.0

What is the ARE?

What is the ARE? The ultimate guide to the Architect Registration Exam (ARE®) 5.0 and how to become a licensed architect.

spectacular

A Letter from our CEO & Founder on Building upon the Black Spectacles Mission

A letter from CEO & Founder Marc Teer, FAIA on Black Spectacles' bigger mission: introducing an architecture job board and Spectacular, the...

The Ultimate Guide to the NCARB ARE 5.0

What’s in the ARE and how do you prepare to take it? Here's an in-depth look at everything you need to know for taking (and passing!) the ARE 5.0.