Becoming an attorney is so easy compared to what it takes to become an architect. Andy has been working towards becoming a licensed architect for way too long now. He had to get a 5 year degree (which he got in 2001, I believe). After gradation, the internship process begins.  The internship process takes between 3 and 10 years. Interns have to accumulate credits in all the various areas related to architecture. Here’s what Andy said in his recent email to me:
One step closer! I think all that’s left is that they have to actually send my record to the MN state board, who will turn around and tell the testing people that I can test. Then the testing people will send me a test authorization number that I use to schedule tests. Travis thinks I could be allowed to test as soon as October 1. Tonight I should try to find some good study materials that I can order and start studying.”
The sad thing is that all this work to become an architect does not pay off.  Architects are probably the lowest paid professionals. I wish Andy had gone into computers instead! But, it is good to finish what he started.