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Winter L.A.R.E.

The Landscape Architect Registration Examination (L.A.R.E.) is a four-part, fully computerized exam that tests the knowledge, skills and abilities required to practice landscape architecture without endangering public health, safety or welfare. CLARB administers the L.A.R.E. three times per year in the spring, summer and winter.

Reg

Register/cancel by November 24

Take

Take the exam December 1-17, 2025

Results

Results available late January

Looking ahead

November 21, 2025

Winter Exam Basics and Q&A
Autumn panorama in Central Park, New York City, USA

December 1 - 17, 2025

Winter L.A.R.E. offered

Future administration periods

Spring 2026

Reg opens

Registration opens late January

Reg

Register/cancel by March 25

Take

Take the exam March 30-April 15, 2026

Results

Results available late May

Summer 2026

Reg opens

Registration opens late May

Reg

Register/cancel by July 22

Take

Take the exam July 27-August 12, 2026

Results

Results available late September

Winter 2026

Reg opens

Registration opens late September

Reg

Register/cancel by November 24

Take

Take the exam November 30-December 16, 2026

Results

Results available late January

About the L.A.R.E.

Explore essential information about the L.A.R.E. — including exam eligibility, registration, section overviews and resources designed to support your success from start to finish.