Landscape Architect / Pennsylvania
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Pennsylvania Landscape Architect License Requirements

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Official regulator records behind the requirements, fees, and renewal cycle for this license.

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Plans and designs outdoor spaces including parks and gardens.

What the Pennsylvania data shows for Landscape Architects

Pennsylvania sets the entry bar for landscape architects at board-approved training and a passing score on LARE (Landscape Architect Registration Exam), with 2 years of supervised work experience expected, and applicants must be 18 or older. The credential is administered under Pennsylvania's licensing regime, which classifies the training track as "Bachelors or Masters Degree in Landscape Architecture".

Budget $259 to get started, plus $203 at each renewal on a 2-year cycle. Maintaining the license requires 24 hours of continuing education per 2-year cycle, an ongoing cost applicants often underestimate when budgeting the career.

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

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
26/100
Landscape Architect · Pennsylvania

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
$259
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$102/yr
$203 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 Pennsylvania

Education / Training Hours
Bachelors or Masters Degree in Landscape Architecture
Not specified
Exam Requirement
LARE (Landscape Architect Registration Exam)
Required
Initial License Fee
$259
Renewal Fee
$203
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 Pennsylvania licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Landscape Architect in Pennsylvania? ▼
In Pennsylvania, the license path calls for, a passing score on LARE (Landscape Architect Registration Exam), and a $259 initial fee.
How do I get certified as a Landscape Architect in Pennsylvania? ▼
To become a licensed landscape architect in Pennsylvania, you must meet the state's requirements and 2 years of work experience. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Pennsylvania licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Landscape Architect license to Pennsylvania from another state? ▼
Reciprocity for landscape architects nationally works like this: Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards reciprocity. Beyond that baseline, interstate compacts exist for many professions and may smooth a transfer into Pennsylvania. Verify the specifics with the Pennsylvania licensing board.
Does Pennsylvania require a background check for Landscape Architect licensing? ▼
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania? ▼
Licensed landscape architects in Pennsylvania must complete 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years. The renewal fee is $203.

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What to do with this landscape architect license

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

  • See how Pennsylvania'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 Pennsylvania's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Pennsylvania overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Pennsylvania 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.

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