Architecture & the Built Environment Summer Academy Jefferson’s award-winning College of Architecture & the Built Environment is offering virtual summer design courses for high school students to explore the architectural design and construction fields including architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, historic preservation, real estate development and construction management. Rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors will learn from Jefferson faculty, alumni, and industry professionals, while participating in design projects, research projects and professional firm visits. Loading...Student InformationFirst/Given NamePreferred First NameLast/Family NameBirthdateBirthdateJanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930312023202220212020201920182017201620152014201320122011201020092008200720062005200420032002200120001999199819971996199519941993199219911990198919881987198619851984198319821981198019791978197719761975197419731972197119701969196819671966196519641963196219611960195919581957195619551954195319521951195019491948194719461945194419431942194119401939193819371936193519341933193219311930192919281927192619251924192319221921192019191918191719161915191419131912191119101909190819071906190519041903190219011900Academic StandingRising High School SophomoreRising High School JuniorRising High School SeniorAre you a member of the ACE Mentoring Program?YesNoMailing AddressCountryStreetCityRegionPostal CodePhone & EmailMobile Phone NumberI permit Thomas Jefferson University to contact me via text and voice messaging. Standard messaging rates may apply.I permit Thomas Jefferson University to contact me via text and voice messaging. Standard messaging rates may apply.YesNoStudent Email AddressParent/Guardian Email AddressParent Relationship (Hidden)BrotherChildFatherGrandparentLegal GuardianMotherParentSisterStepfatherStepmotherAcademy InformationThe 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 WeekThe 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 WeekSession 1: July 17-21, 2023Session 2: July 24-28, 2023Attended Summer 2021Attended Summer 2022Exploration & Design Week InterestsExploration & Design Week InterestsArchitecture (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?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?I'm InterestedI'm Not InterestedAbout 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 FeeWe 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?YesNoYou must meet at least one of the following indicators of economics need to be eligible for a program fee scholarship. Select all that apply.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 ServiceI 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 assistanceI live in federally subsidized public housing, a foster home or am homelessI am a ward of the state or an orphanI can provide a supporting statement from a school official, college access counselor, financial aid officer, or community leaderStatement 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 TranscriptUnofficial 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.Upload Transcript/Report Card NowUpload Transcript/Report Card LaterUnofficial TranscriptSubmit