Architecture Summer Academy

We are thrilled to host the Architecture Summer Academy, a 10-day (2-week, July 7th-18th, 2025) immersive 鈥榙esign exploration鈥� summer program 鈥榩re-college鈥� experience designed to provide high school students with an introduction to the world of architecture as a potential future career path.  It is designed to help high school students of all levels learn about architecture and what it means to study architecture and design in college. Students will learn about the profession and be introduced to the process of design through an architectural project. Academy participants will engage with the built environment in new, exciting, and fun ways while learning the skills needed to succeed in college or profession. 
 
Save the Date: July 7-18, 2025

In an architectural studio setting, participants will be introduced to historical aspects of architecture as the solid-state foundation of societies, engage in design theory and exercises, and participate in hands-on design projects to develop their creative skills, while gaining valuable experience working collaboratively to build meaningful connections with other students, professional, and faculty members. During the sessions, you will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of events and activities designed to give you a well-rounded experience.

Register by April 1st, 2025

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  • Tentative Schedule:

    Monday: Welcome, check-in, Introduction to Architecture and Design
    Tuesday: Drawing, Light and Shadow
    Wednesday: Introduction to Sustainability, Visit to Main Campus
    Thursday: Landscape Architecture and Design
    Friday: Introduction to final project


    Monday: Field Trip to Atlanta, Kendeda Building
    Tuesday: Architecture and Site
    Wednesday: Interior Architecture
    Thursday: Finalize Designs
    Friday: Presentation and Awards Banquet

  • Registration for the Architecture Summer Academy 2025 is $1000.00. 

    The workshop registration fee includes:

    Events: 

    • 10 Days of Hands-On Experience in Architecture and Design
    • Lessons in Sketching, Drawing, and Documentation
    • Materials for Modeling and Drawing provided with tuition
    • Field Trip to Atlanta to engage with local architecture
    • Learning from KSU Architecture Professors and local Atlanta Architects
    • An Awards Banquet

    Program Fees Breakdown:

    Workshop Registration

    Summer Academy
    Workshop Program Registration (includes materials)
     $ 1000