Dr. Scott Uriu

Associate Professor

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Biography

Scott Uriu is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Southern California (USC), where he teaches undergraduate and graduate architecture design. He previously instructed at the Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc) and Woodbury University. Uriu holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona and has also studied at the Architectural Association in London. He co-founded Baumgartner+Uriu, an award-winning design firm, which has completed numerous projects including cultural institutions, educational facilities, urban design, and residences. His work has been exhibited internationally and published in several notable architecture magazines and journals. Uriu's teaching focuses on architectural design methods and the integration of emerging technologies in construction. He emphasizes site analysis and generative techniques to enhance students' architectural understanding and creativity.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in architectural design.

Co-founder, Design Principal Partner

2005-01-01 — Present

Baumgartner+Uriu • Los Angeles, CA

Leading design projects and architectural practices with a focus on cultural and educational facilities.

Awards

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AIA-Next LA Award

2017-01-01
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Blueprint Award for Design Innovative Project

2016-01-01
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City of Los Angeles Master Artist

2015-01-01
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Graham Grant

2014-01-01
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Maxine Frankel Award for Design Research

2010-01-01
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AIA National Award for Emerging Professionals

2011-01-01
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A+Award for Sustainability

2012-01-01

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.