Landscape Architect / Minnesota
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Minnesota Landscape Architect License Requirements

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What the state board actually requires: fees, renewal cycle, and requirements from official records.

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What the Minnesota data shows for Landscape Architects

Becoming a licensed landscape architect in Minnesota means clearing a defined set of hurdles: board-approved training, a passing score on LARE (Landscape Architect Registration Exam), and 2 years of supervised work experience once the applicant turns 18. Minnesota regulators place this credential inside their licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Bachelors or Masters Degree in Landscape Architecture".

The initial price tag is $189, and renewal costs $154 every 2 years. Renewal isn't the end of the cost: 24 hours of continuing education are due every 2-year cycle, a recurring time commitment worth planning for.

On reciprocity, landscape architects should know: Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards reciprocity.

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
32/100
Landscape Architect · Minnesota

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training N/A
N/A
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$189
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$77/yr
$154 every 2 years
Continuing Education C-
12.0 hrs/yr
24 hours every 2 years
Experience Required F
2 years
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Minnesota

Education / Training Hours
Bachelors or Masters Degree in Landscape Architecture
Not specified
Exam Requirement
LARE (Landscape Architect Registration Exam)
Required
Initial License Fee
$189
Renewal Fee
$154
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
24 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Not Required
Minimum Age
18 years
Work Experience Required
2 years

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Minnesota licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Landscape Architect in Minnesota? ▼
In Minnesota, the license path calls for, a passing score on LARE (Landscape Architect Registration Exam), and a $189 initial fee.
How do I get certified as a Landscape Architect in Minnesota? ▼
Certification as a landscape architect in Minnesota means clearing the state's checklist plus 2 years of work experience, and a passing exam score. The Minnesota licensing board can confirm the current details.
Can I transfer my Landscape Architect license to Minnesota from another state? ▼
Landscape Architect licenses generally reciprocate as follows: Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards reciprocity. Interstate licensing compacts cover many professions and can further ease a move between states. The Minnesota licensing board can confirm the current rules for your credential.
Does Minnesota require a background check for Landscape Architect licensing? ▼
Minnesota does not currently require a criminal background check for landscape architect licensing, though this may vary by employer or specific role.
What are the continuing education requirements for Landscape Architect in Minnesota? ▼
Licensed landscape architects in Minnesota must complete 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years. The renewal fee is $154.

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What to do with this landscape architect license

Landscape Architect in Minnesota, with a documented reciprocity path, is one requirement row in a landscape architect-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Minnesota's landscape architect requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Landscape Architect in every state
  • Confirm whether your out-of-state landscape architect license transfers under an interstate compact before starting a new application. Reciprocity guide
  • See how Minnesota's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Minnesota overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Minnesota licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.