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Texas Tech has a decent architecture program: it leans a bit more toward the engineering side of building design, which I think is excellent. If I ever decide to teach, this is the first place I'll apply, even though it's in Lubbock.

There are several architecture-related degree programs, so you must be very specific about what you want to do. The fastest professional degree is the B. Arch, typically a 5-year degree at an NAAB-accredited school. There are other B.A. and B.S. programs with an emphasis in architecture but these are liberal arts degrees and you can not practice architecture with them (non-professional). In most programs you won't be elgible to apply until you're already a sophomore in good standing at your university. This will give you a little time to explore other fields of study before committing to one program or another.

If you do decide to puruse architecture, then realize that school is only the first step. Once you've earned a professional degree (B. Arch or M. Arch), you must complete the requirements for licensure in your chosen state in order to practice architecture. These typically consist of satisfying NCARB's Intern Development Program requirements (approximately 2.5 - 3 years working full time) and passing each exam in the ARE series.