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Database Architects Licensing in Michigan

Review current requirements, exam details, renewal cycle, and salary outlook for database architects in Michigan, including See agency and board contact links.

Last verified: Feb 21, 2026

Current

Application Fee

See agency

Exam Requirement

Third-party exam required

Renewal Cycle

See board renewal rules

Licensing Blueprint for Database Architects in Michigan

Estimated timeline: Varies by board

Core Requirements

  1. 1

    Education: No educational requirements.

  2. 2

    Experience: Work experience required.

  3. 3

    Background/Criminal Review: No criminal record prohibitions.

  4. 4

    License Type: Stand-alone license.

  5. 5

    For an applicant to receive a Landscape Architect License from the State of Michigan, they must have completed an accredited bachelor's or master's program and completed three years of professional experience in the practice of landscape architecture (two years if a master's degree is possessed).

  6. 6

    Additionally, an applicant must establish a Council of Landscape Architects Registration Boards Council Record ($150.00 cost) and complete the Landscape Architecture Registration Examination ($1,780 cost for four-part exam).

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    Upon completing these requirements, an applicant must then submit a license application along with the $260 license fee.

Exam and processing details

  • Third-party exam required

Continuing education and program notes

  • No continuing education requirement to maintain license

Application Snapshot

  1. Licensing Authority

    Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs • Bureau of Professional Licensing

  2. Current Filing Fee

    See agency

  3. Renewal Cycle

    See board renewal rules

  4. Salary Position

    $120,810 median (11% below national)

  5. State Salary Rank

    #40 of 50 states

Step-by-Step Process (7)

  1. 1. Meet Michigan eligibility requirements for Database Architects licensure.
  2. 2. Complete required education or training: No educational requirements.
  3. 3. Document required supervised experience: Work experience required.
  4. 4. Pass required examination steps: Third-party exam required.
  5. 5. Prepare supporting documentation (background check: No criminal record prohibitions; Background/Criminal Review: No criminal record prohibitions.; Upon completing these requirements, an applicant must then submit a license application along with the $260 license fee.).
  6. 6. Submit the application to Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs~Bureau of Professional Licensing and monitor board communications.
  7. 7. Maintain post-licensure compliance (continuing education: No continuing education requirement to maintain license).

Salary Insights in Michigan

With a median salary of $120,810, Database Architectss in Michigan earn 11% below the national median of $135,980. Michigan ranks #40 among 50 states. The typical licensing timeline is Varies by board.

State Hiring Climate (QCEW)

Rising

QoQ Employment Change

+2.6%

Average Weekly Wage

$1,308

Median annual salary

$120,810

Hourly estimate

$58.08
11% below national median

Difference: -$15,170

Percentile Distribution

Annual compensation
  • P1010th percentile$70,910
  • P2525th percentile$92,740
  • P50Median$120,810
  • P7575th percentile$142,870
  • P9090th percentile$167,120

State vs National Median

State: $120,810
National: $135,980

Total employment: 1,150 | Annual openings: N/A

Database Architects Salary Ranking

#40 of 50 statesfor Database Architects median salary
RankStateMedian Salary
#1Massachusetts$161,160
#2California$159,130
#3West Virginia$157,590
#4Maine$154,790
#5Colorado$151,460

Nearby States Comparison

Database Architects licensing across the region
StateMedian SalaryEducationExamTimeline
Michigan$120,810No educational requirementsThird-party exam requiredVaries by board
Ohio$129,840Degree requiredThird-party exam requiredVaries by board
Indiana$133,150Degree requiredThird-party exam requiredVaries by board
Wisconsin$138,930No educational requirementsThird-party exam requiredVaries by board

License by Endorsement

Transfer requirements are state-specific. Use this quick matrix as a planning signal, then verify final endorsement rules with each board.

StateReciprocity ScoreTierNotes
Michigan54LowState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
Ohio56MediumState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
Indiana54LowState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
Wisconsin54LowState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
  • License status indicator: Active.
  • Continuing education indicator: No continuing education requirement to maintain license.
  • Reciprocity and transfer rules vary by state board. Verify directly with the agency.

Official Licensing Agency

Official website verified

Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs • Bureau of Professional Licensing

P.O. Box 30670, Lansing, MI, 48909

Phone: 5172410199

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FAQ

How long does it take to become a Database Architects in Michigan?

Most applicants finish the licensing path in about Varies by board, but timing can change based on education track, exam scheduling, and board processing.

What exams are required for Database Architectss in Michigan?

Michigan lists Third-party exam required as part of the licensure process for Database Architectss.

What education do you need to become a Database Architects in Michigan?

The board typically expects No educational requirements for Database Architects licensure in Michigan.

What is the typical Database Architects salary in Michigan?

The median annual salary for Database Architectss in Michigan is $120,810. Salaries range from $70,910 (10th percentile) to $167,120 (90th percentile).

How does the Database Architects salary in Michigan compare to the national average?

Database Architectss in Michigan earn 11% below the national median of $135,980, with a state median of $120,810.

How many Database Architectss work in Michigan?

Michigan employs approximately 1,150 Database Architectss according to BLS data.

Can I transfer my Database Architects license to Michigan from another state?

Transfer requirements vary by board. License status indicator: Active. Continuing education indicator: No continuing education requirement to maintain license. Reciprocity and transfer rules vary by state board. Verify directly with the agency.

Who is the licensing agency for Database Architectss in Michigan?

The licensing agency is Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs / Bureau of Professional Licensing. Review agency details at https://www.michigan.gov/lara/0,4601,7-154-89334_72600---,00.html.

How often do you renew a Database Architects license in Michigan?

Current guidance indicates a renewal cycle of See board renewal rules.