Dr. Kevin Erickson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kevin Erickson is the founding principal of KNE studio based in New York City and serves as an Associate Professor at the University of Illinois in the School of Architecture. His design practice focuses on creating innovative and forward-thinking design solutions that generate value across multiple scales. In 2013, KNE studio was commissioned by actress Bette Midler’s New York Restoration Project to design a boathouse and outdoor classroom in upper Manhattan. In 2012, his studio won the Warming Huts Design Competition to build a winter pavilion alongside renowned architect Frank Gehry. Kevin has received numerous accolades, including the AIANY Design Award, the ACSA Faculty Design Award, and the Landmark Award at the 2012 Architecture Biennale in Venice. He also co-curated the exhibition '5×5: Participatory Provocations,' showcasing the work of 25 young American architects, and was invited to serve on the Program Leadership Council of the Van Alen Institute.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for admission to all graduate programs in Statistics. Full status admission requires higher language scores than limited status.