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Architecture Summer School
by National Student Leadership Conference
NSLC’s architecture program combines a museum design project, model making, digital design and portfolio development with professional feedback and campus living.
Last verified: 10 Oct 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy
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Architecture Summer School at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Applications open
Eligibility
Completed at least one high school year
Age range / Year group
Ages 14-18
Location / Region
Georgetown University, Washington, DC
Cost
$4,395
Duration
9 days
Format
In-person
Application deadline
Rolling · Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.
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Accommodation: Supervised campus dormitories
Meals: On-campus meals included
Campus experience: Georgetown University classrooms and dormitories
Room setup: One or two roommates
Main output: Museum design and architecture portfolio
Project feedback: AIAS feedback on final presentations
Optional college credit: 1 American University credit
Architecture Summer School summary
Students explore architecture through sketching, computer-aided design and physical models, then bring those methods together in a conceptual satellite art museum project.
Final presentations receive real-time feedback from American Institute of Architecture Students representatives, and students assemble a portfolio of their program work.
The experience suits students who want to test their interest in architectural design through collaborative projects, professional perspectives and leadership workshops.
What is Architecture Summer School?
Architecture Summer School is a residential career exploration program run by the National Student Leadership Conference at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It introduces architectural design through workshops and collaborative projects that connect creative ideas with structure, function and sustainability.
Students develop a conceptual satellite art museum, experiment with digital design tools and build physical models. NSLC partners with the American Institute of Architecture Students, whose representatives provide feedback on final presentations. Portfolio development, guest speakers and leadership workshops complement the studio work.
Why Succeed highlights Architecture Summer School
The museum project gives students a concrete design problem that connects artistic choices with how people experience a building.
Sketching, digital design and model making offer several ways to test and communicate architectural ideas.
Real-time AIAS feedback gives final presentations an audience beyond classmates.
Portfolio workshops connect completed work with an introduction to college application expectations.
Supervised campus living adds practical experience of sharing accommodation and navigating university facilities.
Who is Architecture Summer School for?
Best for
Students who enjoy drawing, making and collaborative problem solving, and want to explore architecture before choosing a college major.
Not ideal if
You want a commuter experience or a longer period of advanced architectural study.
Is Architecture Summer School worth it?
This program is worth considering if you want to find out whether you enjoy the process of architectural design. A defined studio project, several design methods and feedback on your presentation give you concrete experiences to reflect on afterward.
The short residential format limits how deeply you can develop technical skills, and the tuition makes the decision a substantial family commitment. Weigh the value of the project and feedback against your learning goals and total travel budget; college credit requires separate study and payment.
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Cost and what is included
$4,395; includes Campus housing and on-campus meals, Course materials and academic expenses, Trips, tours and activities, Transportation for off-campus program events.
Accommodation
Supervised campus dormitories
Meals
On-campus meals included
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
9 days; Georgetown University, Washington, DC.
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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does Architecture Summer School need?
Effort level
Moderate to high during the residential experience.
Best started
Begin planning several months before your intended summer session, allowing time for funding, travel and any visa arrangements.
Main challenge
Turning a design idea into clear drawings, models and an explanation of your choices.
Typical preparation
Practice sketching a building and explaining how its layout serves its users.
Discuss the full travel budget and deposit arrangements with a parent or guardian.
If seeking scholarship support, allow several weeks to prepare essays, a transcript and an educator recommendation.
Use the packing list and travel instructions in your enrolled student account to prepare for campus living.
Useful if
You want practical experience to help evaluate architecture as a future study path.
What do students do on Architecture Summer School?
You develop architectural ideas through drawing, digital exploration and model making, then apply them to a conceptual satellite art museum. Workshops, guest speakers and possible field trips connect the design work with professional practice.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Learn fundamental sketching and drafting terms and techniques.
- 2
Explore computer-aided design tools for testing design ideas.
- 3
Build physical models using a variety of materials.
- 4
Develop the museum concept across multiple studio sessions.
- 5
Present your final design and receive real-time feedback from AIAS representatives.
- 6
Assemble a portfolio of the work completed during the program.
Architecture Summer School dates and deadlines
Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.
Reference date
Georgetown University — June 2026
12-20 June 2026
Georgetown University — June to July 2026
24 June-2 July 2026
Applications open
October 2026
Summer 2027 enrollment; the announcement specifies the month only.
Applications open
Early January 2026
Summer 2026 scholarship applications.
Scholarship notifications
1 April 2026
Summer 2026 award emails by 8:00 PM CT.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
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Applications | Rolling admissions | Local | Reference date | |
Georgetown University — June 2026 | 12-20 June 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Georgetown University — June to July 2026 | 24 June-2 July 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Applications open | October 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Applications open | Early January 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Scholarship notifications | 1 April 2026 | Local | Reference date |
Eligibility and requirements
Students must be 14-18 years old.
Students must have completed at least one year of high school.
Students may attend through the summer following high school graduation.
International students are welcome.
All architecture students must reside in supervised campus dormitories.
How much does Architecture Summer School cost?
Residential tuition
$4,395 — Summer 2026 fee.
Funding or discounts
- Scholarships: $500-$1,000 — Most Summer 2026 awards fall in this range; applicants must demonstrate financial need.
- Enrollment deposit: A deposit is required before starting a scholarship application.
- Optional college credit: $1,044 — Summer 2026 tuition for a separate American University online course worth 1 credit.
What's included
Campus housing and on-campus meals, Course materials and academic expenses, Trips, tours and activities, Transportation for off-campus program events
How to apply to Architecture Summer School
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Use the NSLC enrollment portal to select Architecture and your intended session.
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Complete the online enrollment application.
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Pay the required deposit by credit or debit card, or contact NSLC to arrange payment by check.
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If seeking a scholarship, use your NSLC ID to complete the separate scholarship application after enrolling.
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Prepare scholarship essays, your transcript, household income information and an educator recommendation.
- 6
Complete your student profile and review its travel instructions, dietary information and packing list.
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What does Architecture Summer School cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Studio Project
Design a conceptual satellite art museum and present it for real-time AIAS feedback.
Computer-Aided Design
Explore digital tools that test architectural designs before physical construction.
Model Making
Work with varied materials and techniques for creating clean physical models.
Sketching & Drafting
Learn foundational terminology and drawing techniques for communicating design ideas.
Portfolio Design
Assemble your program work and learn what colleges look for in applications.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Architecture Summer School?
A typical day during the program.
Studio project
Develop the conceptual museum design across several studio sessions.
Schedule handover
Receive the finalized program schedule when you arrive on campus.
Who teaches on Architecture Summer School?
Students hear from architecture professionals and receive final presentation feedback from American Institute of Architecture Students representatives. Past guest speakers include Kenneth Filler, an architect and University of Maryland lecturer, and Tonya Ohnstad, an associate dean at The Catholic University of America.
Named speakers are examples from previous programs.
Where do students stay on Architecture Summer School?
Residential plan
- Shared dormitory rooms: Students share with one or two roommates on floors grouped by age range.
- Campus dining: On-campus meals are included, and dietary allergies or restrictions can be accommodated.
- Staff supervision: Team Advisors accompany activity groups and live on student floors, with an administrative team on site.
- Campus and excursions: Students use university classrooms and join educational and sightseeing activities around Washington, DC.
All architecture students are required to live in supervised campus dormitories.
What happens after Architecture Summer School?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Develop a conceptual museum design to discuss in future study applications.
Assemble an architecture portfolio from completed program work.
Use presentation feedback to identify areas for further design practice.
Explore architecture as a potential college major and career.
Choose a separate American University online course worth 1 college credit.
Optional credit requires additional tuition and work outside the residential program; transfer policies vary by institution.
Where does Architecture Summer School take place?
The residential program takes place at Georgetown University in Washington, DC, with university classrooms and campus housing. Possible visits include The Catholic University of America’s School of Architecture and Planning, Virginia Tech Innovation Campus, an architecture firm and historic Washington landmarks.
Specific trips and tours may vary; arrival and departure instructions are provided in the student account.
Architecture Summer School FAQs
The National Student Leadership Conference runs the program at Georgetown University. NSLC partners with the American Institute of Architecture Students for the architecture experience.
The main studio project is a conceptual satellite art museum. You develop the design over multiple sessions and present it for real-time feedback from AIAS representatives.
Yes. Portfolio Design workshops help you assemble work completed during the program and introduce what colleges look for in the application process.
Architecture students are required to reside in supervised campus dormitories. Students share rooms with one or two roommates.
Dedicated Team Advisors accompany smaller activity groups and also serve as Resident Advisors on student floors. An administrative team lives on site, and dormitory front desks are monitored 24 hours a day.
NSLC says dining services can accommodate dietary allergies and restrictions. Enter dietary preferences in the student profile so they can be shared with the university before arrival.
No. Optional American University credit comes from a separate faculty-taught online course worth 1 credit, completed outside the residential program dates. It requires additional tuition, and receiving institutions determine whether they accept the credit.
Applicants must first enroll and pay a deposit. Required materials include an NSLC ID, a transcript, an educator recommendation, household income information and two essays of up to 500 words each.
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