Architecture & the Built Environment Summer Academy

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Academy Information

The Architecture & the Built Environment Summer Academy will be held daily from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. ET. Students must register for a Career Discovery Week in order to participate in our Exploration & Design Weeks. Select between 2-weeks, 3-weeks and 4-weeks options. Discounts are available for 3-week and 4-week registration options.

Career Discovery Week

Session 1: July 17-21, 2023

Session 2: July 24-28, 2023

Attended Summer 2021

Attended Summer 2022

Exploration & Design Week Interests

Architecture (July 24-28)

Architecture (July 31-August 4)

Construction Management (July 24-28)

Interior Design (July 24-28)

Interior Design (July 31-August 4)

Landscape Architecture (July 31-August 4)

You're invited to participate in our in-person, week-long studio experience on Jefferson’s East Falls Campus in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania USA from August 7-11. Are you interested in learning more about this opportunity?

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About Architecture
An architect is a skilled professional who plans and designs buildings and generally plays a key role in their construction. Students will learn about the architecture profession and are introduced to learning drawing and design skills with an emphasis on expressing ideas through sketching, drawing and model building. The course is a synthesis of fundamental design principles and an introduction to research as a tool for understanding programming and design.

About Construction Management
Construction Managers oversee planning, budgeting, and directing the construction project from conception to completion. Construction managers work closely with other disciplines on commercial, infrastructure, and industrial projects. In this course, students learn about the different aspects of managing the construction of buildings through case studies, they learn about estimating, budgeting and scheduling and the intersecting roles of construction manager, architect, client and general contractor.

About Interior Design
Interior designers make interior spaces functional, safe, and beautiful for almost every type of building. Interior designers work across the whole spectrum of building types: residential, hospitality, institutional, office, healthcare and retail projects. They determine space requirements and select essential and decorative items, such as colors, textures, lighting, and materials. This course introduces students to the fundamentals of interior design. They learn about design methodologies, processes, color theory, and design elements relevant to interior design through sketching, drawing and model building.

About Landscape Architecture
Landscape architects design outdoor spaces like parks, gardens, urban squares, playgrounds, and public spaces and have a deep knowledge of plants, soil and ecology. In our course, students will learn to be responsible and creative designers who listen, build trust and advocate for our environment—wildlife and humans alike. Learn a design process that is equitable, inclusive and creative. Design a real-world project and participate in our award-winning Park-in-a-Truck initiative by helping communities in Philadelphia design and built a green community park or garden.

Academy Fee

We want to make sure that program fees do not pose a barrier for any student who wishes to attend. Do you feel that your financial circumstances might qualify you for an program fee waiver?

You must meet at least one of the following indicators of economics need to be eligible for a program fee scholarship. Select all that apply.

I have received or am eligible to receive an ACT or SAT testing fee waiver.

My annual family income falls within the Income Eligibility Guideline set by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service

I am enrolled in a federal, state, or local program that aids students from low-income families (e.g. TRIO programs such as Upward Bound)

My family receives public assistance

I live in federally subsidized public housing, a foster home or am homeless

I am a ward of the state or an orphan

I can provide a supporting statement from a school official, college access counselor, financial aid officer, or community leader

Statement of Financial Need
Thanks to our generous partners, we are able to offer a limited amount of partial and full scholarships. Please upload a one-page statement or video-sharing your passion for attending the Architecture & The Built Environment Academy and your ambitions in becoming a design professional. Do not hesitate to share any visuals and the disciplines you are interested in with your statement.

Unofficial Transcript

Unofficial Transcript
A copy of your unofficial high school transcript or report card is required. If you are unable to provide a copy at this time, directions will be included to upload a copy prior to the start of the program.

Unofficial Transcript

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Architecture & the Built Environment Summer Academy