Bachelor of Science in Real Estate

Program overview

Tulane's BS in Real Estate program provides a comprehensive education in real estate principles, finance, development, and management, equipping students with the skills needed for a successful career in the dynamic field of real estate.

Last updated: March 14, 2024

Academic Information

Degree offered

Bachelor of Science in Real Estate

Length of program

4 Years

Number of Credits Required

128

Mode of learning

On campus

Unique real estate academic features

Integration of design and environmental considerations into real estate curriculum.
Project-based learning experiences that simulate real-world scenarios.
Opportunities for internships in the real estate industry.
Capstone project allowing students to synthesize their knowledge and skills.
Potential pathways to professional licensure (not offered by the program, but relevant for career paths).

Courses and disciplines/concentrations offered

Intro to Architecture
Intro Design/Creative Thinking
The City I
Design & Real Estate
Fundamentals of Design & Making
Architecture Studio
Intro to Microeconomics
Intro to Macroeconomics
Introduction to Real Estate
Real Estate Transactions
Real Estate Market Analysis & Finance
Fundamentals of Real Estate Development
Design + Development Studio I
Design + Development Studio II
Anthropology of Cities
Materials and Methods
The City II
Urban Geography and New Orleans as a Case Study
Urban Economics
Industry Real Estate Projects Seminar
Financial Modeling
Real Estate Law
Negotiations
Intro Social Innov/Entrepreneurship
Design Thinking Collective Impact
Urban Sociology
Commercial Real Estate Analysis with ARGUS
Infrastructure Planning & Financing

Community Development Finance
Real Estate Internship
Real Estate CPS Internship
Independent Study
Special Topics
GIS – Practical Applications
Intro to Historic Preservation
Climate Change Resilience & Adaptation
Sustainable Urban Development
Cities, Disasters & Decisions
Building Performance & Benchmarking

Real Estate Extracurricular Opportunities

Notable traditions & events

Real Estate Guest Speaker Series: Industry professionals share insights and experiences.
Real Estate Case Competition: Students compete in solving real-world industry challenges.
School of Architecture events and activities focused on design and urban development

Real estate extracurricular activities available

Real Estate Club: Provides opportunities to network with peers and industry professionals, and participate in relevant events.
American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS) Tulane Chapter: Offers opportunities to connect with architecture and design-focused students.
Other student organizations and clubs within the School of Architecture and Tulane University.

Networking opportunities

Industry events and conferences organized by the School of Architecture or external organizations.
Guest speaker series and industry nights.
Internship opportunities in real estate development firms, investment companies, and related businesses.
Career fairs organized by Tulane University.
Alumni network of the School of Architecture and Tulane University.